You need to wash the rice first, but don’t overdo it. During the washing process, it is not necessary to rinse the rice under running water.
Stir with your hands and wash in the bowl to remove any obvious impurities. Just wash it 1 or 2 times gently and it will be fine even if you wash it and store it for a long time.
It is best not to wash old rice more than 3 times.
Then we can pour the rice water:
Rice water is the water left after washing rice. Some trace elements in rice such as calcium, phosphorus, etc. will remain in this water. Use it to water flowers, it can have a certain promoting effect and wash rice.
Use it to clean vegetables and fruits. Because “rice water” is slightly acidic, use it to clean fruits and vegetables. It can decompose pesticide residues on fruits and vegetables and then wash them with clean water. This will make the fruit healthier to eat.
Use it to clean dishes. It can effectively clean the grease on the surface. “Rice water” is acidic and its water molecules can separate oil stains.
It can also be used to clean purchased meat or seafood with a strong fishy odor. Just add a little salt to the rice water. They can eliminate fishy smell and make food more delicious. They can remove rust, whiten clothes, etc. A lot of advantages.
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