How to Sprout Brown Rice
Unlock the hidden health benefits of your pantry staple with this simple guide on *How to Sprout Brown Rice*! This easy, no-cook method transforms ordinary brown rice into a nutrient-packed superfood, enhancing its digestibility and boosting its vitamin and mineral content. By soaking and sprouting the grains over 24–48 hours, you'll create tender, flavor-rich rice with tiny sprouts that add a delightful crunch to salads, grain bowls, or stir-fries. All you need is two basic ingredients—brown rice and water—and a little patience to bring this wholesome, versatile ingredient to life. Perfect for meal preppers or health-conscious cooks, sprouted brown rice is a powerhouse addition to your kitchen repertoire!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Brown rice
- 3 cups Water
Instructions
Measure 1 cup of brown rice and rinse it thoroughly in a fine-mesh sieve under running water to remove any dirt or debris.
Place the rinsed brown rice in a large bowl or a quart-sized glass jar.
Add 3 cups of cool water to the bowl or jar, ensuring that the rice is fully submerged.
Cover the bowl or jar with a breathable fabric (like cheesecloth) or a loose lid to allow air flow. Secure the fabric with a rubber band, if necessary.
Allow the rice to soak in a cool, dark place for 12 hours (overnight works well).
After soaking, drain the water through the sieve and rinse the rice thoroughly again.
Return the rinsed rice to the bowl or jar, but this time, do not add water. Set the container in a cool, dark place at room temperature.
Rinse and drain the rice with fresh water every 12 hours to keep it moist and prevent any bacteria growth. Repeat this process for 24 to 48 hours, or until tiny sprouts (1–2 millimeters long) begin to appear on the grains.
Once sprouted, give the rice a final rinse before use. Store the sprouted brown rice in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Cook the sprouted rice as you would regular brown rice, or use it raw in recipes like salads or grain bowls for added texture and nutrition.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
222 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.8 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.4 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 32 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 46.0 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.6 g | 13% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.8 g | ||
| Protein | 5.2 g | 10% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 63 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 0.8 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 86 mg | 2% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
