So that you don't wonder why you would have to replace rice in your meals with other products, we will clarify, that we are only talking about white refined rice.
Unlike natural varieties of rice, it is processed and contains absolutely no fiber. However, here is what you can replace rice with in your dishes:
1. Bulgur
Bulgur is quite similar to rice - it swells up like it, it is usually prepared in a ratio of 1:3 with water and after it boils, it is also left on a low heat. Here you need to take into account the variety of bulgur itself, as well as the instructions on its packaging, because some types require soaking in water in advance.
2. Buckwheat
Being a good source of protein, buckwheat is favored by vegans and vegetarians. Also, like rice, it doesn't contain gluten. Why should you consume it instead of refined white rice? Because it is not only healthy and filling, but also contributes to weight loss.
3. Oats
Why oats instead of rice? There are several reasons. Oats fills us up just as much as rice does. They provide our body with energy and are therefore a preferred food by athletes. But these are not the only benefits of consuming oats. Oats are a good food for people suffering from cardiovascular diseases, because they lower bad cholesterol levels. At the same time, they are also an ideal food for diabetics, because they play an important role in blood sugar regulation. Another important ability of theirs - they remove excess fluid from our body and have a laxative effect. The result is clear - if you regularly include them in your daily diet, you will quickly have an elegant waistline. Last but not least - they are a faithful friend for increasing libido. What's better than that?
4. Quinoa
This more exotic seed may sound too strange to you (some consider it a cereal, but it's actually a plant seed), but this magical grain contains all the amino acids essential for human health. Isn't it better to start making recipes with quinoa instead of using regular refined white rice?
5. Cauliflower
It may seem strange to you, but cooked the right way, cauliflower can pretty much resemble the texture of rice. It is important, after separating it into pieces, to wash it and drain it, to grind it with a blender for a few seconds. Then, like all rice dishes, you can fry or stew it, but in much less time. The idea is to keep it slightly crunchy and not overcooked.
