What to do if rice is soaked in water
Recently, many places across the country have experienced heavy rainfall, and the rice stored by many households is at risk of deterioration due to moisture or soaking. In response to this hot issue, we have compiled the hot discussions and expert suggestions from the entire Internet in the past 10 days to provide you with scientific methods to deal with it.
1. Analysis of the hazards caused by soaking rice in water
| Hazard type | Specific performance | Hazard level |
|---|---|---|
| Mold risk | Produce carcinogens such as aflatoxin | ★★★★★ |
| Nutrient loss | water soluble vitamins dissolved | ★★★ |
| Taste changes | Reduced viscosity and brittle | ★★ |
| Eggs hatch | Accelerate the breeding of pests | ★★★ |
2. Grading treatment plan
Depending on the degree of soaking, the processing methods also vary:
| Soaking condition | Processing method | Things to note |
|---|---|---|
| Slightly damp (not moldy) | Drying/drying | The temperature does not exceed 50℃ |
| Completely soaked ≤2 hours | Eat as soon as possible | Need to be cooked thoroughly |
| Soak >2 hours | processed into rice flour | Need to be processed on the same day |
| Odor/discoloration | Discard immediately | Not allowed to eat |
3. Practical rescue methods
1.mechanical dehydration: Lay the rice flat in a breathable container, use an electric fan to assist ventilation, and turn it every 2 hours.
2.kitchen hacks: Damp rice can be sealed and stored with desiccant (food grade silica gel) for 24 hours, with a moisture absorption rate of 60%.
3.Secondary processing plan:
4. Comparison of actual measured data from netizens
| Treatment method | success rate | Time consuming | cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Natural drying | 78% | 8-12 hours | 0 yuan |
| Oven drying | 92% | 2 hours | The electricity bill is about 3 yuan |
| Wok drying | 85% | 1.5 hours | Gas fee is about 2 yuan |
| food dehydrator | 95% | 40 minutes | Equipment loss |
5. Special reminder from experts
1. Even if the moldy rice is cooked at high temperature, aflatoxin cannot be eliminated.Do not eat.
2. The rescued rice should be used first for cooking porridge or fried food, and should not be used for steaming rice.
3. It is recommended to buy vacuum-packed rice instead of bulk rice, as the moisture-proof performance is improved by 300%.
4. When storing, you can place peppercorn bags (15g per 10kg of rice) to prevent insects from reaching 90%.
6. Preventive measures
1. Use sealed storage boxes to store rice. PET containers are recommended.
2. During the rainy season, quicklime moisture-absorbing bags can be placed at the bottom of the rice vat (pay attention to isolation).
3. Check regularly, and it is recommended that the amount of rice stored at home be controlled within half a month.
Through the above methods, even if the rice is unfortunately soaked in water, the loss can be minimized. Flood conditions have been severe in many places recently. It is recommended that everyone prepare for moisture-proof food in advance and take scientific measures to deal with problems in a timely manner.
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