Rice is a staple in many cuisines and is grown in flooded rice fields where it is easier to absorb contaminated and carcinogenic compounds present in the soil. Most rice consumed worldwide is grown in the Asian countries where there aren't strict guidelines regarding exposure to inorganic arsenic and other carcinogenic compounds.

Fortunately there are ways to reduce the amount of unwanted compounds in rice by cooking it properly.

A recent study found that parboiling with absorption method reduced the most arsenic from the rice, while preserving its nutrients.

Here is how to do the method which is similar to how Iranian prepare rice.

~ Ingredients ~
1 cup basmati rice
1 tbsp salt
1/2 cup water
(These measurements are per cup of rice. If you are making more, adjust accordingly)

*Disclaimer: I did not have a ceramic pot small enough for the video. So, I used the teflon pot non stick pot. it is healthier to use the non toxic pots and pans for cooking !

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