Bhutanese Red Rice

Also Known As : Cargo Rice

Descriptions
details

Vegetarian

Taste Profile

It has earthy and nutty taste.

Usage Tips

Bhutanese Red rice can be boiled or steamed.
One can add vegetable or chicken broth while cooking this rice to enhance the flavour.

Description

Bhutanese Red rice is a medium-grain rice which is grown in the Kingdom of Bhutan in the eastern Himalayas. The flavonoid, anthocyanin gives it a distinct red hue.

Health benefits

Bhutanese Red rice contains antioxidants that helps to protect the body against free radicals.⁽¹⁾
It contains an active component, monacolin K that reduces high cholesterol levels.⁽¹⁾
It treats diabetes and helps lower the glucose levels in the body.⁽¹⁾
It keeps the body feeling full for long and reduces the risk of obesity.⁽¹⁾
It is a good source of magnesium that helps to treat asthma.⁽¹⁾

Note

Consumption of Bhutanese Red rice may cause heartburn, headache, weakness, bloating, dizziness and gas.⁽²⁾

Resource & Links

(1) https://www.healthbenefitstimes.com/health-benefits-of-red-rice/

(2) https://www.yourhealthremedy.com/medicinal-plants/red-rice-benefits/

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