Modal 1 Kitchen Ingredient, Here's How to Store Rice to Prevent Bugs and Musty Odor

Kapanlagi.com - Rice plays a crucial role as the main source of carbohydrates in the Indonesian diet. Various types of rice, such as white rice, red rice, and sticky rice, have their own uses and nutritional advantages.

As a frequently used food ingredient, proper rice storage is crucial to prevent it from bugs and moisture that can cause the rice to become musty. The quality of rice storage has a direct impact on the health and cleanliness of the consumed food. Therefore, understanding how to store rice properly is very important.

Generally, citrus leaves and pandan leaves are used as effective methods to protect rice from bug infestation. However, there are situations where these two ingredients are not available. As an alternative, you can try the method shared by @annepermata on TikTok.

The steps shared by her use only one kitchen ingredient. Here is the guide as compiled on Friday (15/12/2023).

1. First Step

Photo: Tiktok/annepermata

Wash the rice storage container using soap and running water. Make sure the container is completely dry by removing all remaining water to prevent moisture. After that, pour the rice that will be stored into the thoroughly dried container.

2. Second Step

Photo: Tiktok/annepermata

Put several fresh bay leaves into the rice storage container. According to the video owner's suggestion, bay leaves can be placed on top of the rice or spread throughout. After that, tightly cover the storage container and place it in a dry and shaded area.

3. The Powerful Aroma of Bay Leaves to Repel Bugs

Photo: Tiktok/annepermata

According to information from seriouseats.com, bay leaves have a distinctive aroma that comes from a chemical compound called eugenol. The unique aroma of bay leaves is disliked by bugs, so rice stored with bay leaves will be protected from bug attacks and musty smell.

Not only that, the aroma of bay leaves remains strong even when the leaves have started to dry and are not so green anymore.

4. Does Rice Contain Calcium?

White rice contains a number of nutrients, including protein, carbohydrates, energy, calcium, sodium, and iron.

5. Which Rice Does Not Contain Sugar?

Black rice does not contain sugar. Although it has a high carbohydrate content, this rice is digested slowly and does not cause an increase in blood sugar levels.

6. How Much Fat is Contained in Rice?

In one plate of white rice, there is 2 percent fat, 89 percent carbohydrates, and 9 percent protein.

7. Does Brown Rice Contain High Iron?

Brown rice not only serves as the main source of carbohydrates, but also contains protein, fiber, beta-carotene, and iron in a more significant amount compared to white rice.

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