It's convenient to eat since it has a mix of various grains. I'll definitely keep buying it.
This 4.4 lb bag of Multigrain Rice, Lentils & Grains is distributed out of Seoul, Republic of Korea. It is manufactured by Doobo Foods in Republic of Korea. It is very, very good! It has 6 different kind of rice (brown rice, sprouted brown rice, sweet brown rice, white rice, sweet rice & sweet black brown rice) along with lentils, quinoa, oats and lupin bean. I did not rinse before cooking because I do not have a strainer fine enough for the size of the grains. I did however soak the rice before cooking. I put 1 cup of the rice in a bowl and put in enough water to cover the grains. After half hour I poured the water off and brought 1 1/2 cups of water to a boil in a pot. Once the water started to boil I added the rice and moved to a medium heat for 35 minutes to simmer. The end result was about 5-6 1/4 cup servings. The flavor is a very earthy, nutty flavor. I did not need to add butter, oil or anything to it. It has 8 grams of fiber in a 1/4 cup serving as well as 7 grams of protein. I eat 1/2 cup at a time so I get a great amount of these per meal. This is wonderful source of whole grains and plan on eating the whole bag.
I came across these while looking for a healthier alternative to my regular white rice. It has this sort of popping texture that I could just eat every day. It's also convenient because white rice is already mixed in, so I don't need to buy white rice separately. They taste fresher and feel more premium than the ones I usually get at asian grocery stores. Will probably stick with them for a while.
I came across these while looking for a healthier alternative to my regular white rice. The lentil one has plenty protein and fiber from the legumes, which is nice for days when I want a little more protein in. The farro blend has this sort of popping texture that I could just eat every day.
It's also convenient because white rice is already mixed in, so I don't need to buy white rice separately. They taste fresher and feel more premium than the ones I usually get at asian grocery stores. I've been enjoying these so far and will probably stick with them for a while.
I'm always looking for different types of rice or some of those older "ancient" grains, just to mix things up. White rice is the cheapest, but I like variety over the course of a week. This one is interesting as it contains a mixture of different types of rice (brown, white, etc.), oats, wheat and even some quinoa.. not what I'd expect to see in the ingredients before getting the product.My first impression was that this bag is bigger than I thought it would be, I'm used to something being maybe a pound or so, but this one is over 4 pounds.. pretty nice to get all of that. It comes in a durable and resealable bag, which I'm always happy to have that, but sometimes swapping to a container is also good. The product does say it's made in South Korea. The cooking time is a bit longer than white rice, but still not horrible at around 35 minutes or so. The ingredients appear to be pure, it's not a surprise since it's a dried grain bag, but still, always like to see stuff without a bunch of preservatives, etc. The taste is pretty nutty and good. It goes well with so many different things.Overall I'll say this is a nice product to have around, when taking a break from white rice or pasta. I like how it's got a good variety inside and also comes in somewhat significant amount (70.5oz).
This multi-grain rice mix is so beautiful and pristine I can just weep! The technique is very East Asian, I know because I am one haha. Born overseas, I know if a family have creature comforts, they can do luxury like "雜穀飯" aka Japgokbap. Blending farro, quinoa, sprouted brown rice, and ancient grains introduces heartier nutrition that's eons better than plain white rice. There's less glycemic spikes and it doesn't have the hard taste of only whole grains thanks to the balance of other grains - using sprouted brown rice along with sweet rice.You can dump it straight into your rice cooker on the normal cycle with zero soaking needed unlike if you made brown rice only (real brown rice requires soaking almost always.)It cooks up unbelievably soft, glossy, and pleasantly nutty. The sticky rice creates a plush base that holds the chewy and nutty. Very yummy especially if you're eating it with Korean side dishes like kimchi.Yes the retail $$ for 4.4 lbs of rice is an investment, but given the pristine quality control, clean sorting, and raw nutritional upgrade over plain white rice if you can swing it, do it.
I've become a big fan of gain mixes rather than just cooking with plain rice. This mix has it all: oats, lentils, and a bunch of types of brown rice! It adds some visual appeal as well as a more interesting taste if rice would be a main part of a dish.It cooks easily, no soaking required. It does take 40 minutes, as the whole grains and lentils need time since you don't soak them. I followed instructions and it came out perfectly.The packge is resealable, which is nice. The labeling is all very clear, which I also like.This is a great product.
I bought this mixed grain blend mainly because I wanted to add more variety to my regular rice. It’s been really convenient since the grains are already mixed together and ready to cook.
The farro adds a nice chewy texture and the overall flavor is really good. I usually soak grains before cooking, but the instruction says that you can use the mixed grain setting on a pressure cooker without soaking them first. I haven’t tried that yet, but am planning to give it a try next time!
Very tasty, and didn't impact my glucose as harshly as plain rice, which was the goal. Both blends are really good, though this one is my personal favorite.
Very tasty, and didn't impact my glucose as harshly as plain rice, which was the goal. Both blends are really good.
We eat a decent amount of rice in my house because it is an easy side that goes with so many foods and also has decent nutrition. I have never really tried different varieties other than a few different types of rice but after trying Dooboo's multigrain rice with lentils, I think we have been missing out. This mix is absolutely delicious and more nutritious than just plain rice. Everyone loves it and my kids definitely prefer it over plain rice now.This rice mix goes with so many foods, here are just a few that we have eaten it with: butter chicken, curry, orange chicken, chili, and just standalone. It is so easy to mix it up too. Add some coconut milk and you have a creamier side or add chicken broth and it becomes a little more hearty. The possibilities are just about endless. The taste is slightly nutty when plain but you can easily tailor it to whatever you are eating.The only downside is that this does take longer to cook than plain rice. It takes roughly an hour from start to finish when cooked on the stove. It is not an active hour as it simmers for 40 minutes and sits for another 10. I tend to let it sit for less time as I do like it to be a little more al dente. No matter how you like it, you can cook it to get the perfect texture.Protein, fiber, and no sugar means the macros on this mix is wonderful. While the bag is big, a family of four can (and will) go through this quicker than you think if you eat it two to three times a week. Still, I think this is a good value at about $2.50 per serving especially with the nutritional content it provides. It makes a great and nutritious side dish that is a family pleaser!
I'm always looking for healthier pantry staples, and this has become one of my favorites! 😊 The combination of lentils, quinoa, and sprouted brown rice gives it a hearty texture and great flavor without any soaking.I love that it's packed with 8g of fiber and 7g of protein per serving, making it an easy way to add more nutrition to family meals. It cooks perfectly in my rice cooker and pairs well with just about everything.💚 Pros:🌾 Nutritious blend of grains and lentils💪 High in fiber and protein🍚 No soaking required⏱️ Easy to prepare in a rice cooker or on the stovetop🥘 Soft, hearty texture that's filling🤏 Cons:• Takes a little longer to cook than white rice, but it's well worth the wait.I'll definitely be keeping this stocked in my pantry. It's a simple, healthy upgrade to everyday meals! 🌟
I have been cooking this Doobo Foods multigrain rice with farro and ancient grains for my weekly meal prep. Doobo Foods is a reputable Korean family brand with over 45 years of grain expertise. At around twenty-seven dollars for a 70.5 ounce bag, it costs about thirty-eight cents per ounce. That pricing feels fair compared to buying separate bags of specialty ancient grains and pre-mixed blends.Cooking takes about forty minutes on the stovetop or you can use the multigrain setting in a rice cooker without soaking first. The blend contains white rice, sweet rice, farro, quinoa, sprouted brown rice, and other grains. This product contains farro, so it is not gluten-free. After opening, store the resealable bag in a cool dry place or your refrigerator to keep the grains fresh. It adds a nice chewy bite to dinner bowls.
I like Korean multigrain rice for the taste and health benefits but most are too difficult to cook unless you own an expensive pressure rice cooker. Without one of those, even after long soaking, the beans are hard and chewy. Doobo has solved that problem by creating a mixture with a nice variety of healthy grains, lentils and tiny beans that you can actually cook in any rice cooker or on the stove top. They do advise to soak for 30 min to an hour and/or add more or less water to fine tune how soft you want your rice. They also have extended directions on their web site which I found very useful. I'm still experimenting for the way I personally like it best but every variation I've tried is tasty and edible.
I'm glad it comes in a resealable bag. The bag I received came with a shelf life of close to two years. While some of the text on the bag is in Korean, I'm glad to find the cooking directions are in English and are easy to follow. I'm glad to see there's no junk when it comes to the list of ingredients. In terms of nutrition, the only possible negative I could find is that it does have a fair bit of carbs per serving, but that's not surprising. The pricing seems ok for 44 servings.
I am someone who loves rice. In an effort to increase the amount of fiber and protein my family consumes, I have explored a number of different grains, usually one at a time. The bag I received is not the one pictured on the listing at the time of posting (though both kinds are shown in the middle section of the listing). It is from the same company, but it also features lentils and lupini beans in place of the farro and khorasan wheat. Since I quite enjoy lentils, that isn't a problem for me, though it is different from what I was expecting.It takes a bit longer to cook than white rice, and calls for less water in the directions. I think more water might be an improvement, since it came out quite toothsome and might have been improved by a little more hydration and cooking time. There is a recommendation to soak it for a softer texture, so that might be worth trying as well. Compared to white rice, it has quite a bit more protein and fiber, and it has a nice depth of flavor, while also being something I feel good about eating.
This product was ready-made for me. I love cooked whole grains, so this "Multigrain Rice Lentils & Grains" mixture is a new favorite.The large, heavy bag (2 kilos or 70.5 ounces) contains 44 servings of the mixed grains: "oats, lentils, brown rice, sprouted brown rice, sweet brown rice, white rice, sweet rice, lupin bean, quinoa, sweet black brown rice."I absolutely love brown rice, and I had no idea there are so many types of brown rice (4 of them in this product).The cooking directions are about the same as I have always used for cooking brown rice -- you just boil the rinsed grains mixture at a low simmer for 30-40 minutes and then let it sit off heat for another 10 minutes.When cooked, these grains are absolutely delicious as a side dish or an addition to other dishes (I like to add it to soups). I keep a Tupperware container of the cooked grains in the fridge so I can have it ready to serve at a moment's notice with just a quick re-heat.I am so glad I found this product and will be ordering it again.
I haven't tried these multigrain rice with farro and ancient grains before, so I was really excited to try them after I have been watching a lot of cooking shows online and on social media about how I can improve my already vegetarian and healthy diet.Let me tell you something, when you're watching TV on a brand new OLED and you see the colors pop from all the different cooking and the awesome food that all these creators are creating, then you really feel inspired to try out the same thing.So anyway, I've been watching a lot of these recipe shows and I've been hearing about farro and I've never used it before. I basically believe that you treat it just like rice or more specifically, quinoa, and I was correct after I prepared these multigrain rice. They taste very similar in both taste and have a similar texture. Honestly, you can't really tell the difference if you're already used to eating quinoa.Since I'm vegetarian and I don't want to eat rice all the time, even though I really like rice, I have been supplementing and replacing my rice with a portion of quinoa. Now, this multigrain rice with farro and ancient grains is no exception and it actually is even better than what I had been doing because you get more of a variety of the grains.When I prepared these, I made them with lentils as well as chana and other Indian recipes and Indian spices. This is absolutely perfect for that type of cuisine. The multigrain rice with farro and ancient grains adds a nice hearty component to your Indian meals, and I'm sure Asian meals too, although I just didn't try any yet, ironically.And anyway, I've been having a great time eating this because it really does give you a subtle change in flavor and texture, but it's not meaningful enough to where you would think that you're eating something brand new. And yet, you're actually eating something healthier than the normal rice and quinoa blend that I generally eat. In other words, you're eating something healthier, which tastes basically the same as what you're used to, and you don't have to make any sacrifices or compromises, which I think is phenomenal!They prepare really easily and I just basically treat them like I'm cooking rice on the stove. I don't have a rice cooker yet because making the rice on a stove, either on an electric or a gas range, is easy enough for me as long as you use a timer and put the right amount of water.In terms of value for the money, I think because of the combination of the rice, farro, and the ancient grains, this is really good value for the money.
My wife has diabetes and cannot eat white rice and this is an easy alternative. It’s great that it’s already mixed grains and ready to cook. The lentils are a nice addition and give the rice a slightly different texture and flavor without being too strong. Would buy again.