With the emphasis on healthy eating, more and more people are paying attention to the nutritional value of rice. In recent years, a new type of rice called "golden rice" has gradually come into people's field of vision, much attention. So, what is golden rice? What are its characteristics? How to eat? Below, we come together to explore.

One, what is gold rice?

Golden rice is a new type of rice improved from traditional rice, which is developed by the Rice Research Institute of the Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences, and is a product of improvement through gene editing technology. Golden rice contains a nutrient called beta-carotene, which can be fully absorbed and utilized by the human body, helping to improve immunity, prevent cancer and protect the eyes.

The characteristics of golden rice

1. Rich in beta-carotene

Golden rice is rich in beta-carotene, which is a powerful antioxidant that can remove free radicals from the body, slow down the aging process, and prevent the occurrence of cancer and other diseases.

2. Easily digested and absorbed

Golden rice has small grains, which are easy to digest and absorb, especially suitable for the elderly, children and other people with weak digestive functions.

3. Delicate taste

Golden rice has delicate grains, soft texture, better taste after cooking, suitable for cooking into porridge, fried rice and other dishes.

Three, how to eat golden rice?

1. Buy golden rice

Golden rice is not sold in the market, it is recommended to large supermarkets or professional rice stores to ensure quality and safety.

2. Cleaning Golden Rice

Soak the golden rice in water for 20-30 minutes, then gently scrub with your hands until the water is clear.

3.Cooking Golden Rice

Put the cleaned golden rice into the rice cooker, add the right amount of water and press the cook button.

4.Eat Golden Rice

Cooked golden rice can be eaten with various dishes, such as porridge, fried rice, soup and so on.

Four, golden rice consumption notes

1. Golden rice is only a new type of rice improved from the traditional rice, can not replace other types of rice.

2. Golden rice is nutritious, but there are certain safety hazards, should be consumed under the guidance of professionals.

3. Golden rice should be consumed in moderation, not in excess, so as not to cause discomfort.