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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Preface 4

Introduction 5

Day 1: Quobuli Paulo in Red 8 Day 2: Pongteh Chicken 10 Day 3: Black Pepper Fish 12 Day 4: Lemon Patin Fish with Healthy Red Rice 14 Day 5: Red Squid Rice 16

Health Benefits of Low Glycemic Index (GI) Food 18

Day 6: Roasted Chicken with Broccoli Mushroom Rice 19 Day 7: Appetising Paku with Red Rice 21 Day 8: Healthy French Style Fried Rice 23 Day 9: Red Bibimbap 25 Day 10 Red Rice Lei Cha 28

Can Diabetics Eat Rice? 30

Day 11: Chocolate Curry Red Rice 32 Day 12: Red Seafood Paella 34 Day 13: Fresh Baja Chicken Bowl in Red 36 Day 14: Red Eggy Crispy Rice 39 Day 15: Pad Kra Pao 41

Rice Health Benefits 44

Day 16: Little Red Rice Burger 45 Day 17: Poke Bowl – Spicy Chicken & Tofu Garden 47 Day 18: Chimichurri Baked Fish 50 Day 19: Red Hainan Chicken Rice 53 Day 20: Kaeng Som Fish 55

Arsenic in Rice 57

Day 21: Onigirazu in Red 58 Day 22: Karahi Chicken with Red Rice 60 Day 23: Cheesy Rice Sandwich 62 Day 24: Manchester Stew with Red Rice 64 Day 25: Laab Gai Thai Chicken Salad 66

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Primera Rice in baby food? 68

Day 26: Shakshouka Malaysian Style 69 Day 27: Fresh Salad Rice 71 Day 28: Jamaican Fish with Coconut Sauce 73 Day 29: Tuscan Portobello Stew 76 Day 30: Red Cajun Jambalaya 78

Delights Yam Cake in Red 80 Red Rice Bean Healthy Dessert 82 Mango Red Rice Dessert 84 Horchata in Red 86 Cinnamon Red Rice Milk 88

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Preface

If you are the kind of person who wonders on “I need something delicious” yet “I want to be healthy”. Primera Inspired Recipe are healthy masterpieces delicious menu for your family to having healthy lifestyle! “Looking after my health today gives me a better hope for tomorrow “~Anne Wilson “Let food be the medicine and medicine be the food.” ~ Hippocrates. All these highlights how important to choose what you eat and what you need to consume, Primera recipes allows us to explore and experiment with unfamiliar foods forms from different culture, it needs to be different to make tasty healthy meals. Healthy Tasty Primera Red rice is the main ingredients that makes the recipes healthier, with the combination healthy Rice the meals is complete. The Primera Red Rice stores abundant nutrients, such as proteins, natural fiber, plant-based fat, vitamins, and minerals. Besides, it is rich in antioxidants that known to decrease atherosclerotic plaque formation, lowering risk of cardiovascular diseases. Let us craft our own healthy tasty food with Primera Rice!

Editor’s Team Nomatech Sdn Bhd

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Introduction

Primera Red Rice

After seven years of research, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM) scientists with the cooperation of the Malaysian Agricultural Research and Development Institute (MARDI) research staff have successfully produced a variety of rice which not only can increase paddy yield but also has a low gylcaemic index of 46 suitable for diabetics.

Its Plant Genetics and Biotechnology expert, from the Faculty of Science and Technology, Prof. Dr. Wickneswari Ratnam assisted by some 14 other scientists from UKM, (MARDI), Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM), Malaysia Nuclear Agency (MNA) and University of Malaya (UM) had been doing research on rice yield improvement since 2002 and have succeeded in producing the new paddy variant G33 named UKMRC9 which can increase local red rice production.

It can be described as superior crossbred red rice developed through conventional breeding involving controlled cross pollination between Oryza sativa cultivar MR219 and wild rice Oryza rufipogon. It involved the transfer of genes of the wild type with red pericarp by hybridization and repeated backcrossing to MR219 with white pericarp.

Though the initial research was aimed at increasing yield so that enough rice could be produced in the country for its own consumption, the red rice variant was found to be suitable for diabetics. The agronomic features of UKMRC9 being of intermediate plant height, intermediate growth duration of 118 days, have the desired phenotypic appearance with a high grain yield of 5.5 tonnes per ha, blast disease resistance and slender grain.

Its biochemical properties include amylose content of 19-20 per cent, high ferric reducing ability of plasma and high total phenolic content making it a rich source of antioxidants (78mg/100g).

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The Perfect Rice

For centuries, rice is the staple food to fuel the workforce for many Asian civilisations. There is an old Chinese saying, “a wise housewife can’t cook without rice”, reflecting the importance of rice in Asian lifestyles. With the rapid growth of the Asian population, demand for rice increases in tandem, estimated to exceed 80kg per capita annually. As for Malaysians, we consume approximately 1.8 million tonnes of rice annually in versatile ways of eating.

While you are taking rice every day, have you ever thought of what rice does to your body, the environment and economy?

What can rice do to you?

Epidemiologic research on Asian populations reveals greater white rice intake was associated with significantly higher odds of developing metabolic syndrome and type 2 diabetes.

While looking for a better rice type, you may have come across low Glycaemic Index (GI) label. GI is a relative ranking of carbohydrate in foods according to how they affect blood glucose levels. In the scale of 0 to 100, lower GI carbohydrate means it only induces smaller fluctuations of glucose in your bloodstream and insulin levels, in turn reducing risk of type 2 diabetes and heart diseases.

Do you ever feel sleepy after a heavy white rice meal? The high GI carbohydrate content in white rice releases high level of glucose rapidly into the bloodstream, which significantly increases the presence of tryptophan, an amino acid which is converted to serotonin leading to melatonin that induces sleepiness.

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The perfect rice for you

Primera Red Rice is a proud product of Malaysia, co-developed by Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia and the Malaysian Agricultural Research and Development Institute.

The Primera Red Rice has only the husk removed while maintaining the bran and germ, which stores abundant nutrients, such as proteins, natural fibre, plant-based fat, vitamins, and minerals. Besides, bran and germ are rich in antioxidants that known to decrease atherosclerotic plaque formation, lowering risk of cardiovascular diseases.

The red rice contains energy that fuel any type of lifestyle without causing blood sugar surge. It also contains 1½ – 5.7 times more vitamin B1, B2, B3, B5 and B6, and 1.8 – 5.7 times more minerals relative to white rice. The high folate level (2½ times) suggests that Primera Red Rice is preferable for pregnant and breastfeeding mothers and growing kids.

Research reveals that Primera Red Rice has the lowest GI score at 46, as compared to Basmati, Thai red rice and Jasmine white rice at 50, 55 and 77, respectively. Its rich fibre (2.7 times) and protein (1.1 times) were observed to be partly mediating lower, after meal glycaemic and insulin responses.

Primera Red Rice was identified as high yielding rice (15% higher than popular white rice) with natural resistance to blast disease. Thus, making Primera Red Rice a farmer’s choice for better returns in a well- managed small area of cultivation with reduced use of pesticides.

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Day 1: Quobuli Paulo in Red

Ingredients

• ⅔ Cup Primera Red Rice • 1 Carrot • ⅛ Cup Raisin • ½ Onion • 200 grams Mutton • ¼ Salt • ¼ Cumin seed • 3 or 4 pcs of Cardamom • 370 ml Water

Directions

1. Soak ⅔ cup of Primera red rice. 2. Sauté 1 carrot strips to golden and take out for later use. 3. Sauté ⅛ cup raisins to brown and take out for later use. 4. Sauté ½ onion to tender. 5. Add 200 grams mutton and sauté for 1 minutes 6. Add ¼ teaspoon salt and ⅛ teaspoon cumin seed. 7. Sauté for the aroma. 8. Add 370 ml water. 9. Cook for 45 minutes 10. Take out mutton for later use. 11. Drain soaked rice and add into the broth 12. Add 120 ml water. 13. Cook for 10 minutes 14. Add fried carrot and raisins, and mix. 15. Place mutton on top. 16. Sprinkle ⅛ teaspoon cumin seed and 3 or 4 pcs of cardamoms. 17. Add 120 ml water. 18. Cover and cook for 30 minutes.

Find This Recipe Cooking Video at Primera Rice You Tube Channel:: https://youtu.be/KvI3lQuXTmw

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Day 2: Pong Teh Chicken

Ingredients

• 1 Cup of Primera Red Rice • 2 Inches of Ginger • 2½ Cups of Water (For Cooking Rice) • 3 Shallots (Medium Size) • 500g of Chicken Meat • 2 Tablespoon of Palm Sugar • 1 Bowl of Diced Potatoes • ¼ Cup of Salted Fermented Bean Paste • 1 Cup of Sliced Mushroom (Soaked in • 5 Tablespoon of Vegetable Oil Water) • 1 Bowl of Water (For Cooking Chicken) • 5 Gloves of Garlic • 1 Tablespoon of Black Soy Sauce • 3 Chilies • 1 Tablespoon of Soy Sauce

Directions

Cook Red Rice 1. Wash 1 cup of Primera red rice. 2. Drain the water completely. 3. Add in 2½ cups of water. 4. Cook as usual.

Prepare Paste 1. Add 3 shallots (medium size), 5 gloves of garlic, 2 inches of ginger and 3 chilies into mortar and grind.

Cooking Pong Teh chicken 2. Heat up cooking oil. 3. Pan fry ground paste until fragrant. 4. Add in chicken. 5. Add in 1 tablespoon of soy sauce, ¼ cup of salted fermented bean and 1 tablespoon of black soy sauce. 6. Add in 1 bowl of diced potatoes. 7. Add in 2 tablespoon of palm sugar and mushroom soaking water. 8. Bring to boil. 9. Braise until tender. 10. Turn off fire and serve.

Find This Recipe Cooking Video at Primera Rice YouTube Channel: https://youtu.be/CYjErru5oUc

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Day 3: Black Pepper Fish

Ingredients

• 1 Cup of Primera Red Rice • 1 Teaspoon of Pepper • 2½ Cups of Water (For Cooking Rice) • 1 Tablespoon of Oyster Sauce • 300g of Fish Fillet (Grouper) • ½ Tablespoon of Seafood Sauce • 2 Tablespoons of Chopped Garlic • 1 Tablespoon of Black Pepper Sauce • 2 Tablespoons of Chopped Onion • 1 Teaspoon of Sesame Oil • ¼ Cup of Sliced Carrot • 2 Tablespoon of Cooking Oil • ¼ Cup of Sliced Capsicum • ½ cup of Water (For Cooking Fish) • ¼ Cup of Sliced Chili • 2 Tablespoon of Corn Flour

Directions

Cook Red Rice 1. Wash 1 cup of Primera red rice. 2. Drain the water completely. 3. Add in 2½ cups of water. 4. Cook as usual.

Marinate Fish Fillets 1. Mix 2 tablespoon of corn flour with 1 teaspoon of pepper. 2. Marinate fish fillets for 1 hour.

Prepare Sauce 1. Add 1 tablespoon of oyster sauce, ½ tablespoon of seafood sauce, 1 tablespoon of black pepper sauce, ½ cup of water and 1 teaspoon of sesame oil to a clean bowl. 2. Mix well.

Stir-Fry Marinated Fish Fillets 3. Heat up 2 tablespoon of cooking oil. 4. Stir-fry garlic and onion until fragrant. 5. Add in carrot. 6. Add in capsicum. 7. Add in marinated fish fillets and sauce. 8. Stir-fry until the gravy is thickened.

Find This Recipe Cooking Video at Primera Rice YouTube Channel: https://youtu.be/Ekx3QHVU9wo

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Day 4: Lemon Patin Fish with Healthy Red Rice

Ingredients

• 1 Cup of Primera Red Rice • 2½ Cups of Water • 1 Patin Fish • 1 Cup of Sliced Okra • 3 Tablespoons of Sliced Ginger • 3 Tablespoons of Chopped Garlic • 3 Tablespoons of Sliced Chili • 2 Tablespoons of Lemon Juice • ½ Tablespoon of Fish Sauce • ½ Teaspoon of Himalayan Salt • ½ Teaspoon of Organic Sugar

Directions

Cook Red Rice 1. Wash 1 cup of Primera red rice. 2. Drain the water completely. 3. Add in 2½ cups of water. 4. Cook as usual.

Prepare Seasoning Mix 1. Add 2 tablespoons of lemon juice, ½ tablespoon of fish sauce, ½ teaspoon of Himalayan salt and ½ teaspoon of sugar into a clean bowl. 2. Mix well.

Steam Fish 1. Put Patin fish on a steaming plate. 2. Top the fish with ginger, garlic, chili, and okra. 3. Drizzle the seasoning mix over the fish. 4. Steam over high heat for 9 minutes.

Find This Recipe Cooking Video atPrimera Rice YouTube Link: https://youtu.be/rCQBFqMFh8M

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Day 5: Red Squid Rice

Ingredients

• 1 Cup of Primera Red Rice • 2 Teaspoons of Garlic • 2½ Cups of Water (For Cooking Rice) • 3 Tablespoons of Honey • 5-6 Large Squids • ½ Cup of Soy Sauce • 3 Tablespoons of Diced Carrot • ½ Cup of Brown Sugar • 3 Tablespoons of Diced Capsicum • 700ml Water (For Cooking Squid) • 3 Tablespoons of Diced Onion • ¼ Teaspoon of Himalayan Salt • 1 Teaspoon of Ginger • 2 Teaspoons of Olive Oil

Directions

Cook Red Rice 1. Wash 1 cup of Primera red rice. 2. Drain the water completely. 3. Add in 2½ cups of water. 4. Cook as usual.

Prepare Fried Rice 1. Heat up some olive oil. 2. Stir fried onion, carrot, and capsicum. 3. Add in 1 cup of cooked Primera red rice. 4. Season with ¼ teaspoon of Himalayan salt.

Prepare Squid Rice 1. Fill squid with fried rice and seal with toothpick. 2. Prepare the sauce by adding 1 teaspoon of minced ginger, 2 teaspoons of minced garlic, ½ cup of brown sugar, ½ cup of soy sauce and 3 tablespoons of honey into 700 ml water. 3. Bring the sauce to boil. 4. Put in the squid and boil for 5 minutes.

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Health Benefits of Low Glycemic Index (GI) Food

After a meal, it is normal for the sugar level in the blood to rise and then, decline. How fast or how slow the food raises and declines the blood sugar level is the aspect that classifies a food as low or high GI food. Low GI food slowly raises and declines the sugar level in the blood after its consumption.

Endorsement by health care professionals

Health care professionals applaud the ability of low GI food to take time to clear its sugar in the blood. Doctors, dietitians, and nutritionists highly recommend the incorporation of low GI diet for diet management of people with diabetes or people who show risk factors of getting diabetes.

Low GI food benefits everybody

Besides people associated with diabetes, low GI food also benefits people with normal health status. Since low GI food digests in a steady manner, people who eat it can experience a controlled appetite. Consequently, they do not get hungry frequently and this prevents unwanted snacking and eating. If this continues, the body weight is maintained.

Apart from that, low GI food provides long term energy for our body. After people eat meal that contains considerable amount of low GI food, they are more likely to experience greater stamina and less likely to feel fatigue and sleepiness.

Examples of food categorized according to their GI: Food such as milk, barley and Primera Rice are low GI food.

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Day 6: Roasted Chicken with Broccoli Mushroom Rice

Ingredients

• 1 Cup of Primera Red Rice • 2½ Cups of Water • 400g Chicken Meat • ½ Cup of Sliced Mushroom • 1 Cup of Cut Up Broccoli • 2 Tablespoon of Olive Oil • ¼ Teaspoon of Himalayan Salt • ¼ Teaspoon of Pepper

Directions

Cook Red Rice 1. Wash 1 cup of Primera red rice. 2. Drain the water completely. 3. Add in 2½ cups of water. 4. Cook as usual.

Marinate chicken, broccoli, and mushroom 1. Add in 2 tablespoon of olive oil, ¼ teaspoon of Himalayan salt, ¼ teaspoon of pepper. 2. Mix well. 3. Marinate for ½ hour.

Baking 4. Place rice, chicken, broccoli, and mushroom on a baking tray. 5. Bake at 200oC for 1 hour.

Find This Recipe Cooking Video at Primera Rice YouTube Channel: https://youtu.be/Na_x0W3GxCM

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Day 7: Appetising Paku with Red Rice

Ingredients

• 1 Cup of Primera Red Rice • 2 Tablespoons of Lime / Lemon Juice • 2½ Cups of Water • ½ Tablespoon of Organic Sugar • 1 Bowl of Fresh Picked Paku Pakis • 1 Teaspoon of Fish Sauce • 2 Tablespoons of Shallot • ¼ Teaspoon of Himalayan Salt • 1 Tablespoons of Dried Shrimps • 1 Teaspoon of Olive Oil • 1 Tablespoons of Chili • 1 Hard-Boiled Egg

Directions

Cook Red Rice 1. Wash 1 cup of Primera red rice. 2. Drain the water completely. 3. Add in 2½ cups of water. 4. Cook as usual.

Prepare Sauce 1. Add to a clean bowl, 2 tablespoons of lime / lemon juice, ½ tablespoon of organic sugar, 1 teaspoon of fish sauce, ¼ teaspoon of Himalayan salt and 1 teaspoon of olive oil. 2. Mix well.

Prepare Paku 1. Select young paku leaves. 2. Blanch in boiling water. 3. Transfer to ice water once cooked. 4. Transfer the chilled paku to a clean bowl. 5. Mix paku with prepared sauce. 6. Garnish with shallot rings, chilli, fried dried shrimps and hard-boiled egg.

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Day 8: Healthy French Style Fried Rice

Ingredients

• 1 Cup of Primera Red Rice • 2 Tablespoons of Diced Green • 2½ Cups of Water Capsicum • ⅔ Cup of Tomato Purée • 3 Tablespoons of Corn • 1½ Tablespoons of Tomato Ketchup • 3 Tablespoons of Diced Carrot • ¼ Teaspoon of Himalayan Salt • 1 Cup of Oyster Mushroom • ½ Teaspoon of Organic Sugar • 3 Tablespoons of Diced Onion • ¼ Teaspoon of Mixed Herbs • 2 Tablespoons of Garlic • 3 Tablespoons of Olive Oil

Directions

Cook Red Rice 1. Wash 1 cup of Primera red rice. 2. Drain the water completely. 3. Add in 2½ cups of water. 4. Cook as usual.

Prepare Fried Rice 1. Heat up some olive oil. 2. Stir fry garlic and onion cubes. 3. Add in carrot cubes. 4. Add in corn, oyster mushroom and capsicum cubes. 5. Season with ¼ teaspoon of Himalayan salt. 6. Add in 1 cup of cooked Primera red rice. 7. Add in 1½ tablespoons of tomato ketchup and ⅔ cup of tomato purée. 8. Add in ½ teaspoon of organic sugar. 9. Add in ¼ teaspoon of mixed herbs. 10. Stir fry until fragrant.

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Day 9: Red Bibimbap

Ingredients

• 1 Cup of Primera Red Rice • 1 Tablespoon of Roasted White • 2½ Cups of Water (For Cooking Rice) Sesame Seeds • 1 Egg • 1 Tablespoon of Organic Sugar • ½ Cup of Shredded Carrot • 1 Teaspoon of Brown Sugar • ½ Cup of Bean Sprout • 1 Tablespoon of Sesame Oil • ½ Cup of Sliced Shiitake Mushroom • 2 Tablespoon of Gochujang Paste • ½ Cup of Sliced Dried Seaweed • 1 Teaspoon of Vinegar • 1 Bowl of Fresh Cut Spinach • ¼ Teaspoon of Minced Garlic • 100 Grams of Minced Chicken

Directions

Cook Red Rice 1. Wash 1 cup of Primera red rice. 2. Drain the water completely. 3. Add in 2½ cups of water. 4. Cook as usual.

Marinate Chicken Meat 1. Add 1 tablespoon of soy sauce, 1 tablespoon of sesame oil, 1 teaspoon of brown sugar and ¼ teaspoon of minced garlic onto 100 grams of minced chicken. 2. Mix well and marinate for 30 minutes.

Prepare Topping 1. Stir fry marinated chicken, carrot, and mushroom with olive oil separately. 2. Blanch spinach and bean sprouts separately.

Prepare Bibimbap Sauce 1. Add 2 tablespoon of gochujang, 1 tablespoon of sesame oil, 1 tablespoon of organic sugar, 1 tablespoon of roasted white sesame seeds, 1 teaspoon of vinegar, 1 teaspoon of minced garlic and 1 tablespoon of water into a bowl. 2. Mix well.

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Assemble Bibimbap 1. Arrange topping on cooked Primera red rice. 2. Put an egg yolk in the middle of the topping. 3. Sprinkle with seaweeds and bibimbap sauce.

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Day 10: Red Rice Lei Cha

Ingredients

• 1 Cup of Primera Red Rice • ½ Cup of Cubeb Tofu • 2 Cups of Water • ½ Cup of Basil • ½ Cup of Long Bean • ½ Cup of Mint • ½ Cup of Choy Sum • ½ Cup of Coriander • ½ Cup of Cabbage Pickle • 2 Tablespoons of White Sesame Seeds • ½ Cup of Peanuts • 1 Cup of Thick Tea • 2 Tablespoons of Dried Shrimp • 2 Tablespoons of Garlic • ½ Cup of Sweet Leaf (Star Gooseberry) • 1 Teaspoon of Himalayan Salt

Directions

Cook Red Rice 1. Wash 1 cup of Primera red rice. 2. Drain the water completely. 3. Add in 2 cups of water. 4. Cook as usual.

Prepare Topping 1. Stir fry cabbage pickle, peanuts, dried shrimp, long beans, choy sum, tofu cubes and sweet leaf separately.

Prepare Lei Cha 1. Stir fry minced garlic, basil, mint, and coriander with Himalayan salt to taste. 2. Grind the fried vegetables with roasted peanuts and white sesame seeds. 3. Mix the paste with thick tea.

Assemble Lei Cha 1. Arrange topping on cooked Primera red rice. 2. Add in Lei Cha and mix.

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Can Diabetics Eat Rice?

Have you eaten already? Does this sound familiar? Malaysians and food always come together. Excessive eating habits have made Malaysians to be one of the most “obese” country in Asia, with nearly half of the Malaysian adult population now being overweight or obese.

Excessive body weight serves as a predisposing factor for diabetes. Due to the extra amount of fat in the body, the insulin does not function properly. Based on data from the Malaysia Ministry of Health (MOH), in 2017, 17% of the Malaysian population are suffering from diabetes. MOH predicted that close to 1 in 3 Malaysian adults will be diabetic by 2025.

Diabetic Diet

If you have diabetes or prediabetes, your doctor will likely recommend you see a dietitian to develop a healthy-eating plan. The plan will help you control your blood sugar (glucose), manage your weight and control risk factors that lead to heart disease, such as high blood pressure and high blood fats. A healthy diet is a plan that is naturally rich in nutrients and low in fat and calories. Key elements are fruits, vegetables, and whole grains. In fact, a diabetic diet is the best eating plan for everyone.

Can I eat rice if I have diabetes?

As glucose in the body comes from foods that contain carbohydrates (carbs), people may question whether they should eat rice. A person with diabetes does not have to avoid carbs altogether, but they will need to think about the types and quantity of carbs that they eat.

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There are different types of rice, some of which may be healthier than others. According to the National Institute of Diabetes, Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK), USA, a person with diabetes should get at least half of their daily carbs from whole grains to avoid “sugar spikes,” which are periods in which blood glucose levels are remarkably high. These spikes can increase the likelihood of worsening diabetes symptoms.

While looking for rice, a diabetic patient or prediabetes should look out for rice with a low Glycaemic Index (GI) label. GI is a relative ranking of carbohydrate in foods according to how they affect blood glucose levels. On the scale of 0 to 100, lower GI carbohydrate means the carbohydrate only induces smaller fluctuations of glucose in your bloodstream.

Research revealed that Primera Red Rice has a GI score at 46 which is lowest in the market, compared to Basmati, Thai red rice and Jasmine white rice at 50, 55 and 77, respectively. Aside from that, Primera Red Rice is also rich in vitamins, minerals, proteins, plant fiber and antioxidants. Thus, making it a better choice of rice for diabetic patients and people with prediabetes symptoms and even for healthy individuals.

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Day 11: Chocolate Curry Red Rice

Ingredients

• 1 Cup of Primera Red Rice • 1 Apple • 2½ Cups Water (For Cooking Rice) • 3 Tablespoons of Curry Paste • ½ Cup of Diced Onion • 1 Tablespoon of Baking Chocolate • 300 Grams Chicken • 1 Tablespoon of Honey • 1 Tablespoon of Sliced Ginger • 1 Teaspoon of Himalayan Salt • 2 Tablespoons of Minced Garlic • 2 Teaspoons of Soy Sauce • ½ Cup of Diced Carrot • 3 Tablespoons of Cooking Oil • 2 Cups of Cubed Potato • 1 Cup of Water (For Cooking Chicken)

Directions

Cook Primera Red Rice 1. Wash 1 cup of Primera red rice. 2. Drain the water completely. 3. Add in 2½ cups water. 4. Cook as usual.

Cook Chocolate Curry 1. Heat up cooking oil. 2. Stir fry ½ onion. 3. Add in 300 grams chicken and ½ cup of diced carrot. 4. Add in water and bring to boil. 5. Grate an apple into the pot. 6. Add in 1 tablespoon of honey and 1 teaspoon of Himalayan salt to taste. 7. Add in 2 potatoes and cook for 15 minutes 8. Add in 3 tablespoons of curry paste and mix well. 9. Add in 1 tablespoon of baking chocolate to taste and mix well. 10. Add in 2 teaspoons of soy sauce to taste and serve.

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Day 12: Red Seafood Paella

Ingredients

• 1 Cup of Primera Red Rice • 500 ml of Chicken Stock • 2 Tablespoons of Olive Oil • 1 Cup of Chopped Tomato • ½ Cup of Diced Onion • 4 Cloves of Minced Garlic • ½ Teaspoon of Smoked Paprika • ¼ Teaspoon of Himalayan Salt • ½ Teaspoon of Dried Thyme • 300g of Fresh Seafood Mix (E.G.: Clam, • 1 Tablespoon of White Wine White Oyster, Prawn Etc) Wine / White Grape Juice with Vinegar • ¼ Cup of Lemon Juice In 2:1 Ratio • ½ Cup of Fresh Cut Parsley

Directions

1. Heat up 2 tablespoons of olive oil. 2. Stir fry ½ cup of onion. 3. Add in 1 cup of Primera red rice (pre-soaked for 30 minutes). 4. Add in ½ teaspoon of smoked paprika and ½ teaspoon of dried thyme. 5. Mix well. 6. Add in 1 tablespoon of white wine or white grape juice with vinegar in 2:1 ratio (optional). 7. Mix well. 8. Add in 1 cup of chopped tomatoes, 4 cloves of minced garlic, 500 ml of chicken stock and ¼ teaspoon of Himalayan salt. 9. Mix well. 10. Cook for 20 minutes until rice is almost tender. 11. Add in seafood. 12. Cover and simmer for 4 minutes, or until the seafood is cooked. 13. Drizzle chopped parsley and squeeze in lemon juice.

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Day 13: Fresh Baja Chicken Bowl in Red

Ingredients

• 1 cup of Primera red rice • ½ cup of chopped Red onion • 2½ cups of water • 2 tablespoons of minced Garlic • 2 pieces of Boneless chicken breast • ½ teaspoon of Himalayan Salt • 80 ml of Orange juice • 2 tablespoons of Sliced Chili • 4 tablespoons of Olive oil • 4 tablespoons of Pineapple • 5 tablespoons of lime juice • 4 tablespoons of Lettuce • ½ teaspoon of Garlic powder • 4 tablespoons of Black bean • ½ teaspoon of Oregano • 4 tablespoons of Fresh Cut Cilantro • ½ teaspoon of Ground cumin • 2 tablespoons of Sriracha chili sauce / • ½ teaspoon of Paprika Thai chili sauce • 1½ cup of chopped Mango

Directions

Cook Primera Red Rice 1. Wash 1 cup of Primera red rice. 2. Drain the water completely. 3. Add in 2½ cups of water. 4. Cook as usual.

Prepare Grilled Chicken 1. In a clean bowl, add in 80 ml of orange juice, 2 tablespoons of olive oil, 2 tablespoons of lime juice, ½ teaspoon of garlic powder, ½ teaspoon of oregano, ½ teaspoon of ground cumin and ½ teaspoon of paprika. 2. Mix well. 3. Add in 2 boneless chicken breasts. 4. Marinate for 30 minutes. 5. Heat up 2 tablespoons of olive oil. 6. Pan-grill the marinated boneless chicken breasts.

Prepare Mango Salsa 1. In a clean bowl, add in 1½ cup of chopped mango, ½ cup of chopped red onion, 2 cloves of minced garlic, 3 tablespoons lime juice, ½ teaspoon of Himalayan salt and chopped chili to taste (optional). 2. Mix well.

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Assemble the bowls 1. In a clean bowl, add in Primera red rice, lettuce, cooked black beans, pan grilled chicken, pineapple, and mango salsa. 2. Topped with chopped cilantro, lime juice and sriracha chili sauce or Thai chili sauce

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Day 14: Red Eggy Crispy Rice

Ingredients

• 1 Cup of Primera Red Rice • ½ Teaspoon of Butter • 2½ Cups of Water • ½ Teaspoon of Garlic Powder • 3 Eggs • ½ Teaspoon of Soy Sauce • 2 Tablespoons of Corn Flour • ½ Teaspoon of Organic Sugar • 3 Tablespoons of Seaweed Flake • ¼ Teaspoon of Himalayan Salt

Directions

Cook Primera Red Rice 1. Wash 1 cup of Primera red rice. 2. Drain the water completely. 3. Add in 2½ cups of water. 4. Cook as usual.

Prepare Crispy Rice 1. In a clean bowl, add in 3 eggs, 2 tablespoons of corn flour, ½ teaspoon of garlic powder, ½ teaspoon of organic sugar, ½ teaspoon of soy sauce and ¼ teaspoon of Himalayan salt. 2. Mix well. 3. Add in 1 cup of cooked Primera red rice and seaweed flakes. 4. Melt some butter in a pan. 5. Pan-grill till crispy in any shape you prefer.

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Day 15: Pad Kra Pao

Ingredients

• ½ Cup of Primera Red Rice • 1 Tablespoon of Soy Sauce • 1¼ Cups of Water (For Cooking Rice) • 2 Teaspoons of Fish Sauce • 1 Red Chilli • 1½ Teaspoons of Black Soy Sauce • 6 Chilli Peppers (Cili Padi) • 2 Tablespoons of Water (For Sauce) • 5 Cloves of Garlic • 1½ Teaspoons of Organic Sugar • ½ Cup of Long Bean Strips • 1 Egg • ½ Cp of Diced Onion • ½ Cup of Fresh Basil Leaf • 1 Cup of Minced Chicken Breast • 2 Tablespoons of Cooking Oil • 1 Tablespoon of Oyster Sauce

Directions

Cook Red Rice 1. Wash ½ cup of Primera red rice. 2. Drain the water completely. 3. Add in 1¼ cups of water. 4. Cook as usual.

Prepare Chilli Paste 1. Diced 1 red chilli. 2. Remove the green stalk from 6 chilli peppers. 3. Remove the skin of 5 cloves of garlic. 4. Put diced red chilli, chilli peppers and garlic into a mortar and grind into paste.

Prepare Sauce 1. Prepare a clean bowl. 2. Add in 1 tablespoon of oyster sauce. 3. Add in 1 tablespoon of soy sauce. 4. Add in 2 teaspoons of fish sauce. 5. Add in 1½ teaspoons of black soy sauce. 6. Add in 2 tablespoons of water. 7. Add in 1½ teaspoons of organic sugar. 8. Mix.

Cooking Pad Kra Pao 1. Heat up 2 tablespoons of cooking oil. 2. Sauté minced chicken meat. 3. Add in diced onion. 4. Add in long bean strips.

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5. Sauté to tender. 6. Add in the prepared chilli paste. 7. Add in the prepared sauce. 8. Sauté for the aroma. 9. Add in basil leaves. 10. Sauté quickly to soften the leaves. 11. Turn off the fire. 12. Optional: Serve with a sunny-side-up egg.

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7.0 Rice Health Benefits

When we think of rice, we often imagine the common white grainy rice. But did you know that white rice is just but one of the many types of rice that exists?

Rice has had an exceptionally long history, being documented to be cultivated in China about 12,000 years ago, around 2500 B.C. So, it is no surprise that 90 percent of the world’s rice is grown in Asia. Aside from the usual polished white rice, rice is also pigmented where the bran comes in other hues than the pale brown unpolished rice. There is red rice, purple rice, and even black rice.

Same but Not Equal

If you think that does not matter, you would be wrong. Not all rice is created equal. In fact, white rice may be the least nutritious among its fellow rice members.

The most nutritious and healthy of the rice are black and red rice. Both rice types can be traced back to the Imperial Courts of Ancient China. Research also showed that red rice has significantly higher potential in combating free radicals with its higher concentrations of flavonoid antioxidants compared to brown and white rice. Red rice is heavily pigmented and rich in anthocyanins. This makes red rice also have high antioxidant and anti-carcinogenic properties, which aids in reducing risk to cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and cancer. Other benefits of red rice are that its unprocessed grain contains high protein and dietary fiber. In fact, this rice contains remarkably high amounts of iron and magnesium which helps with blood and cardiovascular health.

Did you know that research has showed that red rice is also rich in calcium, and therefore strengthens the bones and prevent osteoporosis? This was discovered through a comparative study between red and white rice. Other key micronutrients include potassium, zinc, and niacin.

Want to be Happy? Eat Rice.

Rich in vitamin B6 or pyridoxine, red rice aids proper brain development for kids. On top of that, vitamin B6 keeps you in a good mood, as it regulates the hormone serotonin and even norepinephrine a compound that helps control stress. It even helps you sleep better as vitamin B6 aids the body in making melatonin, an important component that regulates our bodies internal clock and sleep pattern. It also lowers obesity risk as eating red rice, will keep you feeling full longer with lesser amount and therefore help avoid overeating. Feeling tired in the afternoon? You will not, after eating red rice, as it will reduce the blood sugar surge after meals thanks to the high fiber content. So, excited to have the benefits of red rice? You can get your own supply locally under the brand name of Primera. Primera contains all the benefits of premium red rice, but the best part is, it is produced locally, and follows the strict quality standards of Ministry of Agriculture and Agro-based Industries, Malaysia. Primera is a brand you can trust and come at an affordable price.

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Day 16: Little Red Rice Burger

Ingredients

• 1 Cup of Primera Red Rice • ½ Teaspoon of Butter • 2½ Cups of Water • ¼ Teaspoon of White Pepper • 4 Eggs • ¼ Teaspoon of Himalayan Salt • ¼ Cup of Milk • 4 Slice of Chicken Ham • 2 Tablespoons of Corn Flour • Salad Vegetables & Tomatoes Sliced • 1 Teaspoon Roasted White Sesame for Burger Garnishing Seed

Directions

Cook Primera Red Rice 1. Wash 1 cup of Primera red rice. 2. Drain the water completely. 3. Add in 2½ cups of water. 4. Cook as usual.

Prepare Scrambled Egg (With Milk) 1. In a clean bowl, add in 3 eggs, ¼ cup of milk, ¼ teaspoon of Himalayan salt and ¼ teaspoon of white pepper. 2. Mix well. 3. Melt some butter in a pan. 4. Fry the egg.

Prepare Rice Cake 1. In a clean bowl, add in 1 cup of cooked Primera red rice, 2 tablespoons of corn flour and 1 teaspoon roasted white sesame seeds. 2. Mix well. 3. Add in 1 egg and mix well. 4. Melt some butter in a pan. 5. Pan-grill the rice cake mixes in any shape of mould you preferred.

Assemble Red Rice Burger 1. Assemble red rice burger with your own preference using salad vegetables, tomato, scrambled egg, chicken ham and grilled rice cake.

Find This Recipe Cooking Video at Primera Rice YouTube Channel: https://youtu.be/aX2sC8ELBow

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Day 17: Poke Bowl – Spicy Chicken & Tofu Garden

Ingredients

• 1 Cup of Primera Red Rice • 1 Tablespoon of Grated Ginger • 2½ Cup of Water (For Cooking Rice) • 2 Tablespoons of Minced Garlic • ⅔ Cup Or 250 Grams of Chicken Meat • 2 Tablespoons of Sliced Onion • ½ Teaspoon of Chili Flake • 2 Tablespoons of Long Sliced Carrot • ½ Teaspoon of Himalayan Salt • 2 Tablespoons of Corn • 2 Teaspoons of Vinegar • 2 Tablespoons of Long Sliced • 4 Teaspoons of Soy Sauce Cucumber • ½ Teaspoon of Sesame Oil • 2 Tablespoons of Diced Pineapple • 2 Teaspoons of Honey • 2 Tablespoons of Diced Avocado • 2 Cups of Cubed Tofu • 2 Tablespoons of Diced Mango • 2 Tablespoons of Olive Oil

Directions

Cook Red Rice 2. Wash 1 cup of Primera red rice. 3. Drain the water completely. 4. Add in 2½ cup of water. 5. Cook as usual.

Marinate Chicken 1. Cut ⅔ cup or 250 grams of chicken meat into cube. 2. Add in ¼ teaspoon of chili flake, ¼ teaspoon of Himalayan salt, 1 teaspoon of vinegar, 2 teaspoons of soy sauce, ½ teaspoon of sesame oil and 2 teaspoons of honey. 3. Mix well. 4. Marinate for ½ hour.

Marinate Tofu 1. Cut tofu into cube. 2. Add in ¼ teaspoon of chili flake, ¼ teaspoon of Himalayan salt, 2 teaspoon of soy sauce, 1 teaspoon of vinegar, ½ teaspoon of sesame oil and grated ginger and garlic. 3. Toss to mix. 4. Marinate for ½ hour.

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Preparing Chicken and Tofu 1. Heat up 2 tablespoons olive oil. 2. Sauté marinated chicken/tofu. 3. Turn off the fire.

Serve 1. Add ½ cup of red rice in a bowl. 2. Arrange carrot, corn, onion, cucumber, pineapple, avocado and mango. 3. Arrange the marinated spicy chicken/tofu. 4. Sprinkle with black sesame, green onion, and nori.

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Day 18: Chimichurri Baked Fish

Ingredients

• 1 Cup of Primera Red Rice • 2 Tablespoons of Olive Oil • 2½ Cups of Water • ½ Teaspoon of Garlic Powder • 300g of Fish Fillets (Flounder, Dory, Or • 2 Tablespoons of Fresh Thyme Other Lean White Fish) • 2 Tablespoons of Fresh Oregano • 1 Cup of Cherry Tomato • 2 Tablespoons of Fresh Parsley • 1 Cup of Diced Yellow Onion • 2 Tablespoons of Fresh Dill • 1 Cup of Diced Bell Pepper • 4 Tablespoons of Lemon Juice • ¼ Teaspoon of Himalayan Salt

Directions

Cook Red Rice 1. Wash 1 cup of Primera red rice. 2. Drain the water completely. 3. Add in 2½ cups of water. 4. Cook as usual.

Prepare Fish for Baking 1. Place fish fillets on a baking tray. 2. Mix ½ teaspoon of garlic powder with ¼ teaspoon of Himalayan salt. 3. Sprinkle the garlic powder and salt mixture on fish fillets. 4. Place yellow onion, cherry tomato and bell pepper around the fish fillets. 5. Bake the fish at 150°C for 15 minutes.

Prepare Mix Herbs 1. In a clean bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons of olive oil, freshly chopped thyme, freshly chopped oregano, freshly chopped parsley, freshly chopped dill and 4 tablespoons of lemon juice. 2. Mix well.

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Serve 1. Place baked fish fillets over Primera red rice. 2. Sprinkle mix herbs prepared above on the baked fish fillets. 3. Serve together with the baked yellow onion, cherry tomato and bell pepper.

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Day 19: Red Hainan Chicken

Ingredients

• 1 Cup of Primera Red Rice • 1 Large Bowl of Ice Water (To Cool the • 2 Pcs Large Chicken Drumstick Chicken) • 5-6 Pcs of Fresh Cut Scallion • 1 Tablespoon of Minced Ginger (For • 1 Inch of Ginger (For Cooking Soup) Ginger Paste) • 1 Teaspoon of Himalayan Salt • 1 Tablespoon of Minced Garlic (For • 3 Tablespoons of Sesame Oil Ginger Paste) • 2 Cups of Chicken Stock

Directions

Prepare Hainan Chicken 1. Boil a pot of water. 2. Add in scallion and ginger. 3. Add in chicken drumstick and a pinch of Himalayan salt. 4. Cook for 30 minutes. 5. Transfer chicken drumstick to ice water for 5 minutes. 6. Transfer chicken drumstick to a clean plate and apply some sesame oil.

Prepare Ginger Paste 1. Blend equal portion of garlic and ginger. 2. Heat up some sesame oil. 3. Stir fry blended garlic and ginger. 4. Add 1 teaspoon of Himalayan salt to taste.

Prepare Rice 1. Stir fry 1 cup of Primera red rice with some ginger paste (ginger and garlic with ratio 1:1). 2. Add in 2 cups of chicken stock and cook rice as usual.

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Day 20: Kaeng Som Fish

Ingredients

• 1 Cup of Primera Red Rice • ½ Cup of Shallot • 2½ Cups of Water (For Cooking Rice) • 2 Tablespoons of Shrimp Paste • 4-5 Pcs of Fish Chunked (400g) • 1 Teaspoon of Himalayan Salt • 5-6 Fresh Red Chili • ⅔ Cup of Tamarind Pulp • 2 Cups of Shredded Cabbage • 4 Tablespoons of Fish Sauce • 2 Cups of Fresh Cut Long Bean • 3 Tablespoons of Palm Sugar • 2 Cups of Fresh Cut Cauliflower

Directions

Cook Primera Red Rice 1. Wash 1 cup of Primera red rice. 2. Drain the water completely. 3. Add in 2½ cups of water. 4. Cook as usual.

Prepare Curry Paste 1. In a clean blender, add fresh red chili, 1 teaspoon of Himalayan salt, 2 tablespoons of shrimp paste and ½ cup of shallots. 2. Blend into fine paste.

Prepare Kaeng Som Fish 1. Bring 4 cups of water to boil. 2. Add fish and cook for 5 minutes. 3. Add all prepared curry paste, ⅔ cup of tamarind pulp, 4 tablespoons of fish sauce and 3 tablespoons of palm sugar. 4. Mix well and cook for 10 minutes. 5. Add fresh cut of cabbage, long bean, and cauliflower. 6. Mix well and cook for 10 minutes. 7. Serve.

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Arsenic in Rice

Rice is probably one of the most consumed staple foods that you can enjoy around Asia. But did you know that in a plate of your favourite white rice there might be a dangerous substance called arsenic. Arsenic is also known as one of the world’s deadliest poison! In fact, whether it be white, coloured, wild or even organic rice, they all have traces of arsenic in them.

Arsenic is a natural component in the earth’s crust, found also in water, and air. Arsenic in its organic state is part of plant and animal tissue but is safe as it is combined with carbon. Its inorganic form is found in rocks, soil, and water.

It is the inorganic form of arsenic that is very toxic. It has been used as a poison since ancient times. The U.S. EPA and International Agency for Research on Cancer also has labelled arsenic to be a category 1 carcinogen due to its aggressiveness in causing cancer in humans. It also is associated with the development of many diseases such as diabetes, pulmonary disease, cardiovascular disease, and increases the chance of kidney failure. For pregnant women, and children the effects are even worse. If a woman is exposed to arsenic during her pregnancy, the unborn baby is at high risk of having a compromised immune system.

How Arsenic Gets into Rice?

So how did rice, the staple diet of Asia, become so poisoned with arsenic? Well this is due to the interference of humans with the natural order of things. Humans add arsenic into the soil using pesticide and fertiliser. It is then absorbed by crops.

And you would be surprised to discover that white rice has the least form of arsenic. In fact, the Consumer Reports have shown that brown or unpolished rice has more than 80% arsenic compared with white rice. The reason is because arsenic tends to collect in the pericarp or bran layer of unpolished rice. The same can be said of black rice too, as it also still has the pericarp unlike white rice.

With that said, organic rice will therefore contain the least arsenic as fewer pesticides are used. However, it could still soak up arsenic that occurs naturally in the soil. Of course, this does not mean you should give up on rice. The reason is that arsenic is water soluble and can be washed off to some extent.

Studies showed that cooking rice in excess water, with one-part rice and 6 to 10 parts water reduces the inorganic arsenic content as much as 40 to 60% depending on rice.

Are There Arsenic Free Rice?

But if you would like to skip all the hassle of preparing rice that still may have a risk percentage, you can opt for arsenic free rice! One of these is Primera Red Rice which is certified to be arsenic free. Primera Red Rice is arsenic free as its planting is based on good agricultural practices using pure seeds from a single variety. On top of that as a red rice, it contains many more nutrients and minerals that are not found in white rice. So, for the safety and health of yourself and family, go for Primera Red Rice.

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Day 21: Onigirazu in Red

Ingredients

• 1 Cup of Primera Red Rice • 3 Eggs • 2½ of Cups Water (For Cooking Rice) • Chicken Ham • 2-3 Sheets of Nori Seaweed Sheet • ¼ Cup of Milk • 1 Teaspoon of Roasted White Sesame • 2 Tablespoons of Butter Seed • ¼ Teaspoon of White Pepper • 1 Teaspoon of Soy Sauce • ¼ Teaspoon of Himalayan Salt • 2 Tablespoons of Rice Vinegar • 4-6 Slices of Chicken Ham

Directions

Cook Primera Red Rice 1. Wash 1 cup of Primera red rice. 2. Drain the water completely. 3. Add in 2½ of cups water. 4. Cook as usual.

Prepare Onigizaru 1. In a clean bowl, add in 1 cup of cooked Primera red rice, 1 teaspoon of roasted white sesame seeds, 1 teaspoon of soy sauce and 2 tablespoons of rice vinegar. 2. Mix well. 3. Lay down a layer of cling wrap on the table. 4. Lay down a seaweed sheet on top of the cling wrap with rough surface facing you. 5. Start assembling content of the Onigizaru with rice, ham and egg, and end with rice before wrapping up. 6. Wrap the Onigizaru in square shape.

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Day 22: Karahi Chicken with Red Rice

Ingredients

• 1 Cup of Primera Red Rice • 1 Teaspoon of Cumin Powder • 2½ Cups of Water (For Cooking Rice) • 1 Teaspoon of Red Chili Powder • 5 Pcs of Large Skinless, Bone-In • ½ Teaspoon of Garam Masala Chicken • 1 Teaspoon of Black Pepper • 1 Small-Sized Onion (Finely Chopped) • 1 Teaspoon of Himalayan Salt • 4 Tablespoons of Minced Garlic • 2 Tablespoons of Green Chili Pepper • ¾ Inch Crushed Ginger (For Garnishing) • 4 Slices of Green Chili Pepper • 2 Tablespoons of Julienned Ginger • 1 Can of Diced Tomato (Canned) (For Garnishing) • 3 Tablespoons of Ghee • 1 Tablespoon of Cilantro (For • ¼ Cup of Plain Yogurt Garnishing) • 2 Teaspoons of Coriander Powder

Directions

Cook Primera Red Rice 1. Wash 1 cup of Primera red rice. 2. Drain the water completely. 3. Add in 2½ cups of water. 4. Cook as usual.

Prepare Karahi Chicken 1. Heat up 3 tablespoons of ghee in a pan. 2. Stir fry finely chopped onion (1 small-sized) and garlic (8 cloves) until fragrant. 3. Add ¾ inch crushed ginger and green chili peppers (to taste). 4. Mix well. 5. Add skinless, bone-in chicken and stir fry for 3 – 5 minutes. 6. Add 1 can of diced tomatoes, 2 teaspoons of coriander powder, 1 teaspoon of cumin powder, 1 teaspoon of red chili powder and 1 teaspoon of Himalayan salt. 7. Mix well and cook for 30 minutes. 8. Add ¼ cup of plain yogurt, 1 teaspoon of black pepper and ½ teaspoon of garam masala. 9. Mix well and cook for 3 minutes. 10. Serve with Primera red rice, green chili pepper, julienned ginger, and cilantro.

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Day 23: Cheesy Rice Sandwich

Ingredients

• 1 Cup of Primera Red Rice • 2½ Cups of Water • 2 Tablespoons of Corn Flour • 1 Egg • 2 Slices of Chicken Ham • 2 Slices of Cheese • ½ Tablespoon of Butter

Directions

Cook Primera Red Rice 1. Wash 1 cup of Primera red rice. 2. Drain the water completely. 3. Add in 2½ cups of water. 4. Cook as usual.

Prepare Rice Cake Mix 1. In a clean bowl, add 1 cup of cooked Primera red rice and 2 tablespoons of corn flour. 2. Mix well. 3. Add in 1 egg and mix well.

Assemble Cheesy Rice Sandwich 1. Melt some butter in a pan. 2. Pan grill the rice cake mix in square shape. 3. Assemble sandwich with scrambled egg and chicken ham. 4. At the top, assembled another layer of rice cake mix. 5. Flip over. 6. Pan-grill another side of rice cake mix.

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Day 24: Manchester Stew with Red Rice

Ingredients

• 1 Cup of Primera Red Rice • 2 Tablespoons of Minced Garlic • 2½ Cups of Water • 1 Cup of Red Grape Juice / Red Wine • 1½ Cups of Diced Potatoes • 1 Teaspoon of Dried Oregano • 1 Can of Red Kidney Beans • 1 Teaspoon of Dried Thyme • 2 Cups of Sliced Fresh Mushrooms • ½ Teaspoon of Himalayan Salt • 1 Cup of Fresh Cut Medium Size Leeks • ¼ Teaspoon of Pepper • 2 Cups of Straight Cut Carrot • 1 Cup of Fresh Chopped Basil • 1 Can of Diced Tomatoes (Canned) • 2-3 Tablespoons of Olive Oil • 1 Cup of Diced Yellow Onion

Directions

Cook Primera Red Rice 1. Wash 1 cup of Primera red rice. 2. Drain the water completely. 3. Add in 2½ cups of water. 4. Cook as usual.

Prepare Manchester Stew 1. Sauté 1 cup of diced yellow onion and 2 tablespoons of minced garlic until fragrant. 2. Add 1 cup of red grape juice or red wine and bring to boil. 3. Add 1½ cups of diced potatoes, 1 can of red kidney beans, 2 cups of sliced fresh mushrooms, 1 cup of fresh cut medium size leeks, 2 cups of straight cut carrots and 1 can of diced tomatoes. 4. Mix well. 5. Add 2½ cups of water, ½ teaspoon of Himalayan salt, ¼ teaspoon of pepper, 1 teaspoon of dried thyme and 1 teaspoon of oregano. 6. Mix well, cover, and cook for 1 hour. 7. Serve with chopped basil leaf.

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Day 25: Laab Gai Thai Chicken Salad

Ingredients

• 1 Cup of Primera Red Rice • ¼ Cup of Water (For Salad) • 2½ Cups of Water (For Cooking Rice) • ½ Cup of Fresh Cut Spring Onion • 1½ Cup of Ground Chicken Meat • ½ Cup of Fresh Cut Basil • ¼ Cup of Fish Sauce • ½ Cup of Fresh Cut Cilantro • ¼ Cup of Lime Juice • ½ Cup of Diced Shallot • 2 Tablespoon of Palm Sugar • ½ Cup of Fresh Cut Mint • 1 Tablespoon of Roasted Primera Red • Fresh Cut of Long Bean, Cabbage, Chili Rice Powder & Cucumber for Garnishing. • 2 Teaspoon of Chili Powder

Directions

Cook Primera Red Rice 1. Wash 1 cup of Primera red rice. 2. Drain the water completely. 3. Add in 2½ cups of water. 4. Cook as usual.

Prepare the Salad Sauce 1. Mix ¼ cup of fish Sauce, ¼ cup of lime Juice, 2 tablespoon of palm sugar, 1 tablespoon of Roasted Primera red rice powder and 2 teaspoon of chili powder. Put the rice in a bowl.

Prepare the Salad 1. Add ¼ cup of water, 1 tablespoon fish sauce, and 1½ cup of ground chicken meat to pan. Cook, stirring frequently until chicken is just cooked through but not browned at all, about 6 minutes. 2. Transfer to a large bowl and allow to cool for five minutes. 3. Add spring onion, basil leaves, cilantro, shallot, mint, salad sauce and roasted Primera red rice powder. Mix well. 4. Serve with Primera red rice. Topped with cabbage, chilli, long bean and cucumber.

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Primera Rice in baby food?

Many parents feel that white rice is a better source of grains for babies as it can be easily digested. However, did you know introducing a variety of food with different taste and texture is also important to meet the nutrient needs of a baby? Red rice is rich in fiber, iron, and antioxidants. Red rice can be mixed with white rice to be given to older babies. To ensure that it is easily digestible, you may add more water in the congee or soft rice to be served. Always remember to follow the 4- day wait rule when introducing a new food to babies (Dr. Serene Tung En Hui).

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Day 26: Shakshouka Malaysian Style

Ingredients

• 1 Cup of Primera Red Rice • ½ Teaspoon of Himalayan Salt • 2½ Cups of Water (For Cooking Rice) • ½ Teaspoon of Smoked Paprika • 4 Cups of Diced Tomato • ½ Teaspoon of Ground Cumin • 4 Eggs • ¼ Teaspoon of Turmeric Powder • 1 Cup of Diced Yellow Onion • ¼ Teaspoon of Chili Powder • 4 Tablespoons of Minced Garlic • ⅔ Cup of Water (For Cooking • 1 Cup of Sliced White Mushroom Shakshouka) • 1 Cup of Sliced Bell Pepper / Capsicum • 2 Tablespoons of Olive Oil • 1 Cup of Fresh Cut Coriander

Directions

Cook Red Rice 1. Wash 1 cup of Primera red rice. 2. Drain the water completely. 3. Add in 2½ cups of water. 4. Cook as usual.

Cook Shakshouka 1. Heat up olive oil in a pan. 2. Saute diced onion and garlic until golden. 3. Add in sliced white mushroom, ½ teaspoon of Himalayan salt, ½ teaspoon of smoked paprika and stir well. 4. Add in diced bell pepper and stir well. 5. Add in ½ teaspoon of ground cumin, ¼ teaspoon of turmeric powder, ¼ teaspoon of chili powder and stir well. 6. Add in diced tomatoes. 7. Add in ⅔ cup of water and stir well. 8. Simmer for about 20 minutes or until tomatoes become dissolved. 9. Make a depression and crack an egg into it. 10. Repeat step 9 depending on number of eggs you desire. 11. Cover and cook until the eggs are soft. 12. Turn off the fire. 13. Drizzle some coriander. 14. Serve with Primera red rice.

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Day 27: Fresh Salad Rice

Ingredients

• 1 Cup of Primera Red Rice • 2 Tablespoons of Roasted Peanut • 2½ Cups of Water (For Cooking Rice) • 2 Pcs of Star Anise • 1 Cup of Shredded White Radish • ¼ Cup of Rice Vinegar • 1 Cup of Shredded Carrot • 3 Tablespoons of Organic Sugar • ½ Cup of Fresh Cut Coriander • ½ Teaspoon of Himalayan Salt • ½ Cups of Fresh Cut Lettuce • 2 Tablespoons of Soy Sauce • 3-5 Pcs of Thick Sliced Cucumber • 1 Teaspoon of Sesame Oil • 3 Tablespoons of Lime Juice • 1 Teaspoon of Fish Sauce

Directions

Cook Red Rice 1. Wash 1 cup of Primera red rice. 2. Drain the water completely. 3. Add in 2½ cups of water. 4. Cook as usual.

Prepare Fresh Pickle 1. In a clean mixing bowl, add in carrot strip, white radish strip, ¼ cup rice vinegar, 3 tablespoons of organic sugar and ½ teaspoon of Himalayan salt. 2. Mix well. 3. Marinate for 30 minutes. 4. Add in 2 pcs of star anises, 2 tablespoons of soy sauce, 3 tablespoons of lime juice, 1 teaspoon of sesame oil and 1 teaspoon of fish sauce. 5. Mix well.

Assemble the Plate 1. In a clean mixing bowl, add in 1 cup of cooked Primera red rice, fresh pickle, pickle sauce and coriander. 2. Mix well. 3. Transfer to a plate. 4. Top the plate with lettuce, cucumber, roasted peanut, and pickle sauce. 5. Ready to serve.

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Day 28: Jamaican Fish with Coconut Sauce

Ingredients

• 1 Cup of Primera Red Rice • ¼ Teaspoon of Ground Cumin • 2½ Cups of Water (For Cooking Rice) • ½ Teaspoon of Smoked Paprika • 400g of Fish Fillets (Salmon, Dory, Etc.) • 2 Teaspoons of Cinnamon Powder • 2 Tablespoons of Grated Lemon Zest • ¼ Teaspoon of Chili Powder • ¼ Cup Lemon Juice • ½ Teaspoon of Himalayan Salt • 3 Tablespoons of Mayonnaise • 1 Tablespoon Organic Sugar • 200 ml Coconut Milk • ½ Teaspoon of Black Pepper • ½ Teaspoon of Onion Powder • 1 Teaspoon of Italian Herbs • ½ Teaspoon of Garlic Powder • 3 Tablespoons of Shredded Coconut

Directions

Cook Red Rice 1. Wash 1 cup of Primera red rice. 2. Drain the water completely. 3. Add in 2½ cups of water. 4. Cook as usual.

Prepare Seasoning 1. In a clean bowl, add ½ teaspoon of onion powder, ½ teaspoon of garlic powder, ¼ teaspoon of ground cumin, ½ teaspoon of smoked paprika, 2 teaspoons of cinnamon powder, ¼ teaspoon of chili powder, ½ teaspoon of Himalayan salt, ½ teaspoon of black pepper and 1 teaspoon of Italian herbs. 2. Mix well.

Prepare Fish for Baking 1. Place fish fillets on a baking tray. 2. Spread mayonnaise over fish fillets and sprinkle with the seasoning prepared above. 3. Flip over the fish fillets. 4. Repeat spreading mayonnaise and sprinkle the seasoning over the fish fillets. 5. Bake at 150°C for 15 minutes.

Prepare Sauce 1. Bring 200 ml coconut milk to boil. 2. Add in 1 tablespoon of organic sugar, 2 tablespoons of grated lemon zest and ¼ cup of lemon juice. 3. Mix well and reduce to half of the original volume.

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Serve 1. Place the baked fish fillets on Primera red rice. 2. Drizzle with the sauce. 3. Sprinkle with shredded coconut. 4. Serve.

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Day 29: Tuscan Portobello Stew

Ingredients

• 1 cup Primera red rice • 2 cups of chopped fresh Kale • 2 cups of Portobello mushroom • 2 cans of Cannellini beans (canned) • 1 Yellow onion • 1 Bay leaf • 5 Cloves of Garlic • 1 teaspoon of Italian herbs • 2 tablespoons of Olive oil • ½ teaspoon of Himalayan salt • ½ cup of White grape juice / White • ¼ teaspoon of Pepper wine • 2½ Cups of Drinking Water • 1 can of Diced tomatoes (canned)

Directions

Cook Primera Red Rice 1. Wash 1 cup Primera red rice. 2. Drain the water completely. 3. Add in 2½ cups water. 4. Cook as usual.

Prepare Tuscan Portobello Stew 1. Heat up 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a cooking pan. 2. Sauté diced onion (1 small-sized) and sliced garlic (5 cloves). 3. Add ½ cup of white grape juice or white wine and bring to boil. 4. Add 2 cups of diced Portobello mushroom and mix well. 5. Add 1 can of diced tomatoes and mix well. 6. Add ½ teaspoon of Himalayan salt, ¼ teaspoon of pepper, 1 teaspoon of Italian herbs and 1 bay leaf. 7. Mix well, cover and simmer for 10 minutes. 8. Add 2 cans of cannellini beans and 2 cups of chopped fresh kale. 9. Mix well, cover and simmer for 5 minutes. 10. Serve.

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Day 30: Red Cajun Jambalaya

Ingredients

• 1 Cup of Primera Red Rice • ½ Cup of Green Pepper • 3 Tablespoons of Olive Oil • 2 Cups of Chicken Stock • 3 Cups of Chicken Sausage • 2 Cans of Diced Tomato • 4 Cups of Chicken Meat (Cube into • 1 Tablespoon of Cajun Seasoning Cube) • 1 Tablespoon of Thyme • ½ Cup of Yellow Onion • 2 Pieces of Bay Leaves • ¼ Cup of Garlic • 1 Cup of Sliced Okra • 1 Cup of Celery • 1 Cup of Fresh Shrimp • 1 Cup of Bell Pepper

Directions

1. Sauté the 3 cups of chicken sausage and 4 cups of chicken cube in olive oil. Sauté until the chicken is cooked through and the sausage is lightly browned. Then transfer to a clean plate and set aside. 2. Sauté the veggies. Sauté ½ cup of yellow onion, ¼ cup of garlic, 1 cup of celery, 1 cup of bell pepper, ½ cup of green pepper until fragrant. 3. Add 1 cup of Primera red rice, 2 cups of chicken stock, 2 cans of diced tomato, 1 tablespoon of Cajun seasoning, 1 tablespoon of thyme, 2 pieces of bay leaf. Stir to mix well. 4. Simmer for 45 minutes, stir the mixture every 5 to 8 minutes or so (to prevent burning) until the rice is nearly tender. 5. Add the okra and shrimp. 6. Cook for 5 minutes or so, until the shrimp turn pink and opaque. 7. Add back the chicken and sausage. Mix well 8. Serve warm. Garnished with your desired toppings.

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Yam cake in Red

Ingredients

• 1 Cup of Primera Red Rice • 1½ Cups of Yam • ½ Cup of Wheat Flour • ½ Teaspoon of Salt • ½ Litre Water • ¼ Teaspoon of Pepper • ¼ Cup of Dried Shrimp • ½ Teaspoon of Five Spice Powder • ¼ Cup of Yellow Onion

Directions

Prepare Flour Mixture 1. Blend 1 cup of Primera red rice into fine powder. 2. Add ½ cup of wheat flour and ½ litre of water to the Primera Red rice powder. 3. Blended to obtain fine mixture.

Prepare Yam Cake 1. Sauté ¼ cup of dried shrimp and ¼ cup of yellow onion until fragrance. 2. Add 1½ cups of yam (cut into cubes) and mix well. 3. Add in the flour mixture. 4. Add in ½ litre of water slowly into to the mixture. 5. Add ½ teaspoon of salt, ¼ teaspoon of pepper and ½ teaspoon of five spice powder. Mix well. 6. Steam for 45 minutes. 7. Serve warm. Garnished with your desired toppings.

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Red Rice Bean Healthy Dessert

Ingredients

• ½ Cup of Primera Red Rice • 1 Cup of Red Bean • 1 Cup of Coconut Milk to Taste • ½ Cup of Rock or Organic Sugar to Taste • 2 Litres of Water

Directions

1. Wash 1 cup of red bean and soak for ½ hour. 2. Wash ½ cup of Primera red rice. 3. Place Primera red rice and red bean into a slow cooker. 4. Add in 2 litres of water. 5. Turn on high heat and let it cook for 3 hours. 6. Add in rock or organic sugar to taste. 7. Add in coconut milk to taste. 8. Turn off the slow cooker and serve.

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Mango Red Rice Dessert

Ingredients

• 1 Cup of Primera Red Rice • 1 Mango Fruit • 1 Cup of Coconut Milk • 1 Tablespoon Brown Sugar • ¼ Teaspoon Himalayan Salt • 2½ Cups of Water

Directions

Prepare the Rice 1. Wash and soak 1 cup of Primera red rice for 1 hour. 2. Drain the soaking water completely. 3. In a pan or pot, add in 1 cup of soaked Primera red rice, 2½ cups of water, 1 cup of coconut milk, ¼ teaspoon of Himalayan salt and 1 tablespoon of brown sugar. 4. Mix well. 5. Bring to boil and simmer for 30 – 45 minutes or until the red rice is cooked.

Prepare the Sauce 1. In a pan or pot, add in 1 cup of coconut milk and 3 tablespoons of brown sugar. 2. Mix well and cook for 5 minutes or become concentrated.

Assemble the Bowl 1. Place the red rice on a clean bowl. 2. Top the red rice with mango cube. 3. Drench with the prepared sauce. 4. Serve.

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Horchata in Red

Ingredients

• 1 Cup Primera Red Rice • ¼ Cup Almonds • ½ Teaspoon of Ground Cinnamon or 1 Cinnamon Stick • ¼ Cup Organic Sugar • 1 Teaspoon Vanilla Extract • 2 Cups of Milk or Almond Milk • 4 Cups of Drinking Water

Directions

Prepare Primera red rice and almond 1. Wash 1 cup of Primera red rice and ¼ cup of almond. 2. Soak both Primera red rice and almonds overnight separately.

Prepare Horchata 1. Drain the water from the soaked Primera red rice and almonds completely. 2. Place 1 cup of soaked Primera red rice, ½ cup of almond, ½ teaspoon of ground cinnamon or 1 cinnamon stick, ¼ cup of organic sugar and 4 cups of drinking water (reduce water for thicker, creamier milk) in a blender. 3. Blend to obtain fine mixture. 4. Filter the mixture through a fine sieve. 5. Add in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract and 2 cups of milk or almond milk. 6. Mix well and serve with ice or keep refrigerated.

Find This Recipe Cooking Video at Primera Rice YouTube Channel: https://youtu.be/3afbdhh-L_I

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Cinnamon Red Rice Milk

Ingredients

• 1 Cup Primera Red Rice • 1 Cinnamon Stick or ½ Teaspoon Ground Cinnamon • 1 Teaspoon Vanilla Extract • 3 Cups of Water

Directions

Prepare Primera red rice 1. Wash 1 cup of Primera red rice. 2. Soak overnight.

Prepare cinnamon red rice milk 1. Drain the water from the soaked Primera red rice completely. 2. Place 1 cup of soaked Primera red rice, ½ teaspoon of ground cinnamon or 1 cinnamon stick, and 3 cups of drinking water (reduce water for thicker, creamier milk). 3. Blend to obtain fine mixture. 4. Filter the mixture through a fine sieve. 5. Add in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract or add to taste. 6. Mix well and serve fresh or keep refrigerated.

Find This Recipe Cooking Video at Primera Rice YouTube Channel: https://youtu.be/fgOm2IAx2Xk

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