Ingredient

Rice Mix

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Rice mixes are used to create convenient and flavorful side dishes or as a …

What it is

A rice mix is typically a combination of uncooked rice, seasonings, and sometimes dehydrated vegetables or other ingredients. The rice is usually parboiled or partially cooked before drying to speed up cooking time. The seasonings provide flavor, and dehydrated components rehydrate during cooking.

Why it's used

Rice mixes are used to create convenient and flavorful side dishes or as a component in main courses. Manufacturers add them to provide a complete flavor profile and reduce preparation time for consumers. They are commonly found in packaged meal kits, frozen dinners, and side dish mixes.

Health notes

Rice mixes themselves are generally considered safe for consumption. The ingredients used in the seasoning packets, such as salt, spices, and flavor enhancers, are subject to FDA regulations. Regulatory bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated many common food additives used in seasoning blends. Evidence regarding the health effects of typical intake of these common seasonings is generally consistent with their approved use.

Allergen info

Rice mixes are not derived from any of the nine FDA major allergens. Gluten is not naturally present in rice, though cross-contamination can occur if processed in facilities that handle wheat.

Products containing Rice Mix

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Kraft Heinz Foods Company Creamy Chicken & Wild Rice Soup Kit, Creamy Chicken & Wild Rice Other Soups 348kcal 13.0Protein 0Fat 73.9Carbs Safeway, Inc. Shredded Beef Enchilada Corn Tortilla With Shredded Beef And Refried Beans Topped With Enchildada Sauce And Cheese, With Mexican-Style Rice, Shredded Beef Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 37% DV per serving 118kcal 4.7Protein 3.9Fat 16.1Carbs Glencourt Inc. Chicken Enchilada Suiza Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 53% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 25% DV per serving 156kcal 5.7Protein 5.7Fat 20.6Carbs Udi, The Sandwichman, Inc. Vegetarian Rice, Beans & Cheese Burrito Prepared Wraps and Burittos High in sodium — 22% DV per serving 200kcal 7.1Protein 5.3Fat 30Carbs Udi, The Sandwichman, Inc. Burrito, Rice & Beans Prepared Wraps and Burittos 176kcal 5.3Protein 2.9Fat 31.8Carbs Snap Kitchen Investments, LLC Chicken Chile Enchiladas, Chicken Chile Other Deli High in sodium — 56% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 58% DV per serving 160kcal 12.9Protein 6.4Fat 13.2Carbs Safeway, Inc. Triple Cheese Enchilada Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 29% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving 153kcal 5.1Protein 6.3Fat 19.2Carbs Safeway, Inc. Thai Style Coconut White Meat Chicken In A Thai-Style Coconut Sauce With Rice, Tomatoes And Pineapple, Thai Style Coconut Chicken Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 36% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 129kcal 5.5Protein 5.1Fat 14.5Carbs Snap Kitchen Investments, LLC Creamy Chicken Stew With Rice, Creamy Chicken With Rice Other Deli High in sodium — 46% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 50% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 32% DV per serving 113kcal 10.1Protein 4.9Fat 7.4Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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