WHOLEMEAL CARNAROLI RICE 500 g

Oltresole wholemeal carnaroli rice is a variant of carnaroli rice so the appearance of the grain is the same, that is, a little elongated but the color of the grain is darker. To the taste, brown carnaroli rice can recall that of dried fruit, especially hazelnuts. Brown carnaroli rice is a type of rice that has better nutritional values than the classic white rice because it is processed less. This minor processing and refinement of the grain leaves intact some nutrients that are lost in classic carnaroli rice. Here the fiber content is higher which helps digestion and intestinal health. The caloric content is also much lower than the classic carnaroli rice and therefore the wholemeal one can be safely consumed even by those on a diet. There are many recipes that can be made with brown carnaroli rice. You can cook risottos the same way you cook classic carnaroli rice. There are many possible combinations: vegetables and fish are ideal. In particular in the integral version it is recommended for salads. PAIRING: Oltresole wholemeal carnaroli rice is a variety very suitable for the production of risotto thanks to its high capacity to absorb seasonings. It differs from the more common Arborio rice due to its higher starch content, firmer texture and longer grain. Carnaroli rice has excellent resistance to cooking because it has higher quantities of amylose. It belongs to the class of "superfine" rice and is often called the "King of rice". The whole version cooks in about 40-45 minutes. WELLNESS AND HEALTH: Compared to the classic carnaroli, this type of rice is extremely rich in fiber and nutrients that bring with them numerous beneficial properties. It is highly digestible and has a very low glycemic content including high amounts of vitamins and minerals. From a general point of view, brown rice is a rather energetic food rich in carbohydrates with a significant but not excessive portion of proteins and few lipids which is why it is particularly recommended for a healthy diet or for athletes. CURIOSITY: Carnaroli was born as a cross between the two varieties of Vialone and Lencino rice as an idea of the Paullese rice grower Angelo De Vecchi. The name derives from one of his Carnaroli collaborators. The latter disheartened by the poor results of cultivation one day said to De Vecchi: "Dutür se fèm?". Then the expert replied: "We insist if we find the quality that I say I will give your name to that rice". Rice is the oldest cereal known to man and in Italy alone there are fifty varieties, all different in shape, size of the grains, flavor and content. Black rice has double the proteins of common white rice, basmati rice is the one with the least fat and fiber-rich brown rice has the highest satiating power. Rice is a functional food or a food with a healthy action for the body and in 1930 Dr. Kempner developed a diet with effective healing results. In the last century, real detoxification and slimming clinics based on rice as the only food in the diet were founded in the United States. Besides reducing overweight and obesity, the benefits of this diet include: the treatment of hypertension, the reduction of cardiovascular disorders and better kidney function.