What Are the Functions of Rice Flour?

Plain flour is being surpassed by specialty flours.

Crisp breakfast cereal and baby foods have long been made from rice flour. Most recently, chips, snacks, crackers and coatings are using rice flour as a main ingredient.

Types

There are several types of rice flour. Long grain rice flour is known as standard rice flour. Medium grain and waxy rice flour are two other types commonly used in the manufacture of snack foods and other commercial products.

Taste

Rice flour is a mild flour with a light taste. Rice flour is compatible with wheat flour recipes. Rice flour is a good flour to use in baking. Substitute the same amount of rice flour as any flour listed in a recipe.

Health Considerations

Rice flour is easier to digest than wheat flour. People who are intolerant to gluten find rice flour a good substitute flour.

Tradition

Rice flour is a staple in Thailand, Japan and India. It is used for thickening sauces, custard, and gravy. Rice flour is also used in preparation of noodles and desserts.

Preparation

Rice flour is prepared by removing the outer husk, exposing the raw grain. The kernel is then ground into flour.

References

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