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Rice! The Woman No One Can Do Without

 

Dear Reader,

Allow me to introduce myself. I’m Rice! Yes, that same rice you probably have sitting in your kitchen cupboard right now. 

You know me. I’m the one that shows up at Sunday lunch, saves the day when you don’t know what to cook, and somehow finds my way onto your plate at almost every celebration.

From party jollof to fried rice, coconut rice, rice and stew, or even rice and beans, I’ve been part of your meals in more ways than one.

And let’s not forget Christmas! Can you honestly imagine a Nigerian Christmas without rice? Abeg, let’s not even go there. 😂

But as much as you enjoy having me around, I’m not just here to fill your plate. I have a few things to offer your body too. So, let me gist you!


First, let’s talk about energy!

You know how you need energy to get through your day? Well, that’s one of the things I help with.

I’m rich in carbohydrates, which your body breaks down to provide energy. I also contain small amounts of protein and some B vitamins that help your body function properly.
And before you ask, yes, I have fibre too, although how much depends on the type of rice you’re eating.


White rice or brown rice? 👀

I know most of you are more familiar with me in my white form, but I also have a brown side. 😂
The difference is in how I’m processed. Brown rice keeps more of its outer layers, which means it generally contains more fibre and certain minerals than white rice.

Does that mean white rice is bad? Absolutely not! Both can fit into a balanced diet. You don’t have to abandon your favourite jollof rice because someone told you brown rice is healthier. 


But what do I go with?

Now, this is where things get interesting!
I can hold my own, but I also make a pretty good team with other foods. Pair me with beans, fish, eggs, chicken or vegetables, and you’ve got yourself a more balanced meal.


One last thing…

Dear Reader, I know I’m a regular guest at your table, but remember that variety matters. Enjoy me, but don’t forget to make room for other foods too.

And speaking of other foods, I hear someone has been waiting patiently for his turn. Apparently, Beans has something to say! 👀


But before I go, I have one question: are you team Jollof, Fried Rice, Coconut Rice or plain Rice and Stew? Choose wisely. 


Yours sincerely,

Rice (a.k.a. The Woman No One Can Do Without)


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