Nutritional differences between grains like amaranth, quinoa, and oats determine their impact on your health. Explore the benefits of rye over multigrain bread and learn which rice varieties are best for protein and complex carbs.
Singapore noodles are a type of noodle dish found in Chinese restaurants. It includes thin rice noodles, peas, Cantonese-style pork and shrimp, and is seasoned with Indian red curry. Nutrition information for this Chinese dish can vary depending on the recipe and chef.
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That soft noodle filling the bowl of your Vietnamese pho is not spaghetti but vermicelli rice noodles. These noodles, made from ground rice, are found throughout Asia and are used in a number of different cuisines including Thai and Chinese, in addition to Vietnamese.
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Sona masoori is a type of Indian white rice, mostly grown in the areas of Andra Pradesh and Karnataka in India, according to the Spices of India website. It is a medium-grain, aromatic rice that is lightweight and low in starch.
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Spring rolls are a Chinese snack food consisting of a thin dough filled with a vegetables, wrapped and deep fried. They first appeared in Chinese culture during the Jin Dynasty, according to Cultural China website. Most spring rolls are eaten as an appetizer.
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The croissant is a crescent-shaped pastry made from laminated dough. Laminated, or layered, dough is a process that creates layers of butter in between layers of dough. The buttery pastry makes for a high-calorie and high-fat breakfast or treat.
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Popcorn and movies go together like peanut butter and jelly. But if you're counting calories and carbs -- or you're concerned about fat and sodium -- you may want to reconsider your movie snacking choice.
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