Short-grain rice
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| Macros | per 100 g |
|---|---|
| Calories | 357 kcal |
| Protein | 6.4 g |
| Fat | 0.8 g |
| Carbs | 66.3 g |
Short-grain rice is a starchy, plump variety of white rice that becomes notably sticky and tender when cooked, making it the grain of choice for sushi, risotto-style dishes, rice puddings and many East Asian and Southern European recipes. The figures below refer to the raw grain; cooked short-grain rice absorbs significant water and is considerably lower in calories by weight. Per 100 g raw, it provides 357 kcal, 6.4 g of protein, 0.8 g of fat and 66.3 g of carbohydrates, with only 1 g of dietary fibre and 0.2 g of sugars. Notable minerals include phosphorus and potassium at 96 mg each, and magnesium at 28 mg per 100 g. It also contributes pantothenic acid (1.349 mg) and niacin (0.961 mg). Short-grain rice is suitable for vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, dairy-free, pescatarian, Mediterranean and low-FODMAP dietary patterns.
How many calories in short-grain rice?
Raw short-grain rice contains 357 kcal per 100 g. Once cooked, the grain absorbs water and a typical 100 g cooked portion drops to roughly 130–140 kcal, depending on the water ratio used.
Is short-grain rice gluten-free?
Yes, short-grain rice is naturally gluten-free and appears on the gluten-free diet list. It is a common staple for people avoiding gluten, provided it is not processed or packaged alongside gluten-containing grains.
What's the difference between short-grain rice and long-grain rice?
Short-grain rice has a higher starch (amylopectin) content, which gives it a stickier, clumpier texture when cooked — ideal for sushi or rice pudding. Long-grain varieties like basmati cook up drier and more separate, and generally have a lower glycemic index than short-grain types.
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approximateMacros · per 100 g
| Macros | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 357 kcal |
| Protein | 6.4 g |
| Fat | 0.80 g |
| Carbs | 66.3 g |
| Sugars | 0.20 g |
| Fiber | 1.0 g |
| Starch | 80.3 g |
| Fats breakdown | Amount |
|---|---|
| Saturated | 0.10 g |
| Monounsaturated | 0.30 g |
| Polyunsaturated | 0.30 g |
| Trans | 0 g |
| Omega-3 | 0.040 g |
| Omega-6 | 0.18 g |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg |
| Minerals | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calcium | 0 mg |
| Iron | 0.20 mg |
| Magnesium | 28.0 mg |
| Phosphorus | 96.0 mg |
| Potassium | 96.0 mg |
| Sodium | 1.0 mg |
| Zinc | 1.1 mg |
| Copper | 0.16 mg |
| Manganese | 4.9 mg |
| Selenium | 0 mcg |
| Iodine | 2.0 mcg |
| Vitamins | Amount |
|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 0 mcg |
| Retinol | 0 mcg |
| Vitamin C | 0 mg |
| Vitamin D | 0 mcg |
| Vitamin E | 0 mg |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.20 mg |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.050 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 0.96 mg |
| Pantothenic acid (B5) | 1.3 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.12 mg |
| Folate (B9) | 9.0 mcg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0 mcg |
