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Why Rice Bowls? They fit today's needs for quick, nutritious, one pot meals. At 10 cents per serving, enriched white and whole grain brown rice contribute over 15 vitamins and minerals, are low in calories, sodium- and cholesterol-free, gluten-free and have only a trace of fat with no trans or saturated fat. Wild rice combines well with white and brown rice to add texture, crunch and whole grain goodness. Rice is the perfect partner for vegetables, fruits, meat, seafood, tofu and beans, and fits for any meal occasion!


Did You Know?

  • Eighty-five percent of the rice consumed in the U.S. is grown by farmers in Arkansas, California, Louisiana, Mississippi, Missouri and Texas, according to the highest-quality and wholesomeness standards.
  • The U.S. produces an abundance of short-, medium-, and long-grain rice, as well as organic and specialty rices including jasmine, basmati, arborio, red aromatic and black japonica.
  • Sustainably grown U.S. rice helps consumers reduce their food miles by choosing a domestically grown product. Look for the "Grown in the USA" logo in packages of 100-percent U.S.-grown rice.

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Bowl Your Family Over Tonight -- Create your own rice bolw with your favorite ingredients and flavors!

ricebowl_step1 Step 1: Make Rice the Foundation:
  • Use enriched white or 100 percent whole grain brown rice or mix them together
  • You can also add wild rice, a whole grain, to add some crunch
  • One cup brown rice = 2 of 3 daily recommended whole-grain servings
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Step 2: Pack in Perfect Produce:

  • Choose colorful veggies or fruit for nutrient punch
ricebowl_step3 Step 3: Add Lean Protein to Balance the Meal:
  • Lean choices like chicken, meats, seafood, tofu, and beans meet protein goals

Next: sauce or season…Asian… Mexican…Indian… Southwest… and add garnishes... wherever your creativity takes you!

Helpful Hints

1. Plan to have leftovers: Prepare large batches of rice at one time and then think of all the ways you typically spice up your rice…what you add-in to make entrees, soups, salads, and even deserts -- the dishes your family loves!

2. Use An Aroma® Rice Cooker and go "bowling" from there!

  • Making large volumes of rice in a rice cooker allows you prepare several different rice dishes with just a few simple add-ins from just one batch of rice.
  • Rice cookers cook rice perfectly with very little attention from a busy cook.
  • Because rice is so versatile, freezes well and easily reheats in a microwave, it is perfect for creating lots of the ideas we shared with you. Now tell us more!
3. Think about using all types of rice: everyone knows and loves enriched white rice. With brown and colored rices you get the taste, fiber and nutrition of whole grains.
  • Long-grain brown or white for entrees, pilafs, rice bowls, fried rice dishes
  • Medium-grain is great for soups, salads, desserts, and risottos
  • Short-grain works well in sushi, rice pudding, desserts and risottos
  • Aromatics such as jasmine and basmati are great starters for your ethnic add-ins as well
  • Wild rice adds texture, color and whole-grain goodness

Here are some great rice bowl ideas for you to try!

  • Teriyaki Rice Bowl:
    • White and/or brown rice
    • Broccoli, red peppers, carrots, green onions, pea pods
    • Chicken, beef or pork
    • Teriyaki glaze, stir-fry sauce or sesame ginger sauce.
  • Southwest Fajita Bowl:
    • White and/or brown rice
    • Green and red pepper strips, onions and corn
    • Grilled chicken or beef strips
    • Chipotle BBQ sauce. Garnish with shredded cheese, salsa
  • Vegetarian Bowl
    • White and/or brown rice
    • Onions, peppers, mushrooms, carrots, celery, pea pods, broccoli, cauliflower
    • Beans, tofu or cheese
    • Sweet-and-sour sauce, teriyaki glaze or tamari sauce. Garnish with chopped nuts.
  • Apple Walnut Breakfast Bowl
    • Brown rice
    • Apples, raisins, cranberries
    • Walnuts
    • Brown sugar and cinnamon, cream or milk. Garnish with whipped topping.