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Brown Rice (Soaked)

Brown Rice (Soaked)

If you’re new to soaking grains, this is a great recipe to start with since it’s so easy to prepare and works well with just about any favorite rice-based recipe.

Soaking is a centuries-old method that helps to breakdown the antinutrients and hard-to-digest components of grains, and at the same time, helps to release highly beneficial nutrients. For more about the whys and hows of soaking, please check out “How to Soak Grains for Optimal Nutrition.”

http://thenourishinghome.com/2012/03/how-to-soak-grains-for-optimal-nutrition/

↬ Adapted from Weston A Price - Healthy 4 Life

Ingredients

  • 1 cup Brown Rice
  • 3 cups Filtered Water
  • 2 tablespoons Yogurt
  • 4 cups Filtered Water or Chicken Broth
  • 4 tablespoons Butter
  • 1 teaspoon Sea Salt

Instructions

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  • 1
    In the morning, place brown rice in a 1-quart jar with 3 cups water and 2 tablespoons yogurt. Cover tightly and allow to soak in a warm place during the day.
  • 2
    Drain the rice through a strainer.
  • 3
    Bring 4 cups water or chicken stock to a boil and add the soaked rice, butter and salt.
  • 4
    Bring to a boil and allow to boil uncovered until the level of the water is reduced to the level of the rice.
  • 5
    Cover the pan and reduce heat to a simmer.
  • 6
    You can cook the rice on the stove top on a burner set to very low or in the oven at 250 degrees. Cook gently for about , stirring occasionally.

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