How Long Can Rice Be Saved? This Is The Explanation

Illustration of rice. (Freepic)

JAKARTA - Nasi is a staple food that is almost always present at the dining table. However, storing the remaining rice is not allowed to be arbitrary. If it is not stored properly, rice can be a source of dangerous bacteria such as Bacillus cereus which can cause food poisoning.

Reporting from the Chowhound page, the cereus bacillus is a bacteria that often exist in raw rice. Even though the rice is cooked, this bacteria doesn't always die.

If the rice is left for too long at room temperature, the bacteria can reproduce and produce toxins that are harmful to the body, even if the rice is reheated. According to nutritionists and health:

1. At room temperature: cooked rice should not be left for more than 2 hours. More than that, the risk of bacteria developing is very high.

2. In the refrigerator: Rice can be stored for 3 5 days in an airtight container. Make sure the rice has been cooled first before putting it in the refrigerator.

3. In the freezer: If you want to keep it longer, the rice can be frozen for up to 6 months. Pay attention, the texture of the rice may turn softer when disbursed.

1. Immediately cool the rice after cooking. Spread the rice above the panong to cool down quickly.

2. Keep it in an air catchy container so that the rice remains fresh.

3. Do not accumulate large amounts of hot rice because it will be more difficult to cool the inside.

How To Reheat The Remaining Rice

1. Managing the remaining rice must be done carefully in order to stay safe and not too dry.

2. Add a little water while heating, both in the microwave and on the stove.

3. In the microwave: Sow one tablespoon of water per serving of rice, close with a plate or towel paper, and stir every 30 seconds.

4. On the stove: Add 1.2 tablespoons per cup of rice, cover the pot, and stir it occasionally until it's evenly hot.