Venere rice finds a new dimension thanks to the ingredients of our table and a pinch of delicious greediness
Originally from China and currently cultivated in many areas of the Po Valley, Venere rice is a rice different from all the others, rich in beneficial properties and a unique aroma. Toasting it you will feel a pleasant smell of baked bread spread and on the palate it will be aromatic, intense and tasty. We often see it accompanied with prawns, chicken and vegetables, in reference to the recipes of the Asian tradition, but it lends itself to the preparation of excellent creams, pies and fillings.
His low in sugar makes it perfect for people with diabetes and generally indicated for a balanced diet. Rich in antioxidants, complex carbohydrates and with an iron content four times higher than other rice qualities, brings about 377 kcal per 100 grams. Like other types of brown rice, Venus also requires rather long cooking times that are around 45 minutes from when it starts to boil the water in the pot. It is not particularly suitable for the preparation of risotto as the result of the recipe will be less creamy than a preparation with a Carnaroli.
But if you have already tried it in cold seafood salads, boiled and accompanied with chicken, prawns or vegetables, here are twenty ideas to add it to your menu, leaving boredom and repetitiveness behind.
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