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If you cook rice regularly, then you’ve probably been told to pre-wash it.

Well, according to anew study, pre-washing grains does not affect the result.

All types underwent the same pre-washing conditions before being cooked.

Pre-Washing Rice

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In the case of this experiment, glutinous rice was found to be the stickiest.

A pre-washing routine will help lower your risk for exposure to these different factors.

A new study suggests that pre-washing rice does not reduce stickiness or hardness.

Serving Rice

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However, pre-washing rice is still a good practice for reducing dust and microplastics.

Different Types of Rice

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Serving Rice

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