Puffed Rice

Puffed rice is alight and airy snack food made from rice that has been puffed using high heat and pressure. It's also known as musri, murmura or hurum.

Description-

a. Puffed rice is made by applying high pressure and heat to rice grains,causing them to puff up like popcorn.

b. It retains the shape of the rice grain, but is much larger.

c. Puffed rice is highly porous and crisp.

d. It can be plain or flavoured with spices or sweeteners .

Uses-

a. Puffed rice is commonly used in breakfast cereals or snacks.

b. It's also a popular street food in India, Bangladesh and Nepal.

c. It can be combined with vegetables, fruits, savouries,dry fruits and sauces to make healthy snacks.

Nutritional Value-

a. Puffed rice contains fiber, phosphorus,iron and Zinc.

b. They also have a low sodium content.

Storage-

a. Puffed rice should be stored in an airtight container in a cool dry place.