Ingredient

Precooked Enriched Rice

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Source

Not animal-derived

Allergen

Role in food

Manufacturers use precooked rice to speed up cooking times in packaged meals and convenience …

What it is

Precooked enriched rice is regular rice that has been partially boiled or steamed, then dried. This process helps it cook faster and absorb sauces better. Enrichment adds back B vitamins (thiamin, riboflavin, niacin, folic acid) and iron that may be lost during processing.

Why it's used

Manufacturers use precooked rice to speed up cooking times in packaged meals and convenience foods. Its ability to absorb flavors makes it a good base for sauces and seasonings. It is commonly found in dry dinner mixes, frozen entrees, and side dishes.

Health notes

Precooked enriched rice is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for its intended use. Enrichment adds important B vitamins and iron, which are vital for energy metabolism and oxygen transport. The WHO and EFSA have evaluated rice and its components, but specific evaluations for 'precooked enriched rice' may vary. Typical consumption levels are not associated with adverse health effects.

Allergen info

Rice is not one of the 9 FDA major allergens. It does not contain gluten.

Products containing Precooked Enriched Rice

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Oregon Freeze Dry Foods Inc. Freeze Dried Sweet & Sour Pork With Rice Pizza Mixes & Other Dry Dinners High in sodium — 33% DV per serving 420kcal 17.4Protein 8.7Fat 71.0Carbs Oregon Freeze Dry Foods Inc. Freeze Dried Rice And Chicken Entree, Rice And Chicken Pizza Mixes & Other Dry Dinners High in sodium — 33% DV per serving 450kcal 10Protein 16.7Fat 68.3Carbs Oregon Freeze Dry Foods Inc. Freeze Dried Chicken Fajita Bowl Seasoned Grilled Chicken, Rice, Fire Roasted Vegetables, And Black Beans, Chicken Fajita Bowl Pizza Mixes & Other Dry Dinners High in sodium — 30% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 20% DV per serving 467kcal 33.3Protein 18.3Fat 41.7Carbs Oregon Freeze Dry Foods Inc. Freeze Dried Rice & Chicken Pizza Mixes & Other Dry Dinners High in sodium — 33% DV per serving 450kcal 10Protein 16.7Fat 68.3Carbs

Oregon Freeze Dry Foods Inc. Freeze Dried Rice & Chicken Entree Entrees, Sides & Small Meals High in sodium — 33% DV per serving 450kcal 10Protein 16.7Fat 68.3Carbs Nissin Foods USA Co Inc Stir Fry Japanese Teriyaki Chicken Flavor Rice With Noodles, Japanese Teriyaki Chicken All Noodles High in sodium — 48% DV per serving 385kcal 11.5Protein 6.4Fat 70.5Carbs Nissin Foods USA Co Inc Stir Fry Korean Spicy Beef Flavor Rice With Noodles, Korean Spicy Beef All Noodles High in sodium — 52% DV per serving 395kcal 7.9Protein 7.9Fat 73.7Carbs Nissin Foods USA Co Inc Stir Fry Thai Yellow Curry Flavor Rice With Noodles, Thai Yellow Curry Entrees, Sides & Small Meals High in sodium — 48% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 405kcal 9.5Protein 10.8Fat 68.9Carbs Nissin Foods USA Co Inc General Tso's Chicken Flavor Rice With Noodles, Chicken Entrees, Sides & Small Meals High in sodium — 26% DV per serving 395kcal 11.8Protein 7.9Fat 69.7Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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