Guest guest Posted August 19, 2004 Report Share Posted August 19, 2004 I always thought being vegetarian one went for the whole grains? I am a brown rice fan but others sometimes make me make white rice. Are most you vegetarians whole grains people? it seems it varies greatly in this group. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 19, 2004 Report Share Posted August 19, 2004 --- Adrien <adriens_mandolin wrote: > I always thought being vegetarian one went for the > whole grains? I always thought being a vegetarian meant not eating meat Different vegetarians like different things. I don't like brussel sprouts. I like brown rice, and I know it has more nutrients, so that's what I usually cook. If I am in a hurry, though, I'll cook white rice, because it's faster. If I am offered a choice between the two at a restaurant, I go with brown, but if not, I eat the white rice served to me. I don't eat a lot of grains in general. I do eat bread sometimes. The kind of bread depends upon my mood and upon what I'm eating it with. So sometimes I;'ll buy a really grainy bread, and sometimes I'll buy something smooth like potato bread. I've yet to find a whole-wheat pasta that I like. :/ _______________________________ Win 1 of 4,000 free domain names from Enter now. http://promotions./goldrush Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 19, 2004 Report Share Posted August 19, 2004 i like them both! For sushi [veggie of course] i like white Calrose or a short grain style white rice. If i am having stir-fry or pretty much anything else that calls for rice i will use brown; again i prefer a short grain brown rice which i find sold in bulk bins at a healthfood section of my favorite store. ~ pt ~ I give you praise, moon of guidance, That I have seen you again, That I have seen the New Moon, The lovely leader of the way. ~ Scots Gaelic prayer to the moon , " Adrien " < adriens_mandolin> wrote: > I always thought being vegetarian one went for the whole grains? I > am a brown rice fan but others sometimes make me make white rice. > Are most you vegetarians whole grains people? it seems it varies > greatly in this group. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 19, 2004 Report Share Posted August 19, 2004 I'm vegan but I do use calrose short grain white rice as well as jasmine, and basmati rice. Brown rice I use more of for pilaf dishes. I eat all beans and grains but I see nothing wrong with white rice now and then. When I make my favorite recipe called Mexican rice, usually basmati white rice works the best. Adrien <adriens_mandolin wrote:I always thought being vegetarian one went for the whole grains? I am a brown rice fan but others sometimes make me make white rice. Are most you vegetarians whole grains people? it seems it varies greatly in this group. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 20, 2004 Report Share Posted August 20, 2004 " Adrien " <adriens_mandolin> wrote: > I always thought being vegetarian one went for the whole grains? I > am a brown rice fan but others sometimes make me make white rice. > Are most you vegetarians whole grains people? it seems it varies > greatly in this group. Whole grains are not a necessary requirement of a diet in order to be considered vegetarian. I personally prefer them, for health reasons, but I’m not fanatical about it. I like brown rice, but I also eat white rice on occasion, especially jasmine rice and basmati rice. Lots of people are vegetarian for moral reasons, and as far as I know, there’s no moral reason why brown rice would be better than white. -- Sherri " Real life is where we get off, get hurt, get loved, get real, get abused, get to *live*. " - Leona Joy _____ --- Outgoing mail is certified Virus Free. Checked by AVG anti-virus system (http://www.grisoft.com). Version: 6.0.740 / Virus Database: 494 - Release 8/16/2004 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 20, 2004 Report Share Posted August 20, 2004 Dear vegetarians I tried to sent letter to all members but it was not sent by the computer so I am sending it through you: I am an Indian and my family is vegetarian since ancient times. I suggest that rice may be used with spiced vegetables. I am giving characterstics of some spices. 1, Ginger; Known as Adrak in India. Troughout Asia ginger has reputation of being powerful aphrodisiac. Indian literature recommonds a mixture of ginger juice, honey and milk , taken at night before going to bed for a month, as a reamdy against impotence. It can be used in vegetable cooking, in rice and while boiling water for tea. It works against cold. Cardomom: powdered elaichi (Cardomom) seed boiled with milk, and a spooneful of honey are supposed to be an excellent remedy against impotance and premature ejaculation. But excessive use could lead to impotancy. If you think that it is possible to send the message to all you may do it. Readymade spices for vegetables, and ready to eat packed vegetables are also availabe. aartistman Sherri <sherria wrote: " Adrien " wrote: > I always thought being vegetarian one went for the whole grains? I > am a brown rice fan but others sometimes make me make white rice. > Are most you vegetarians whole grains people? it seems it varies > greatly in this group. Whole grains are not a necessary requirement of a diet in order to be considered vegetarian. I personally prefer them, for health reasons, but I’m not fanatical about it. I like brown rice, but I also eat white rice on occasion, especially jasmine rice and basmati rice. Lots of people are vegetarian for moral reasons, and as far as I know, there’s no moral reason why brown rice would be better than white. -- Sherri " Real life is where we get off, get hurt, get loved, get real, get abused, get to *live*. " - Leona Joy _____ --- Outgoing mail is certified Virus Free. Checked by AVG anti-virus system (http://www.grisoft.com). Version: 6.0.740 / Virus Database: 494 - Release 8/16/2004 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 20, 2004 Report Share Posted August 20, 2004 a tip about white rice, if that's what you prefer, look for basmati or long-grain white rice, and not the instant minu-crap out there. long-grain has more nutrients than quick-cook rice. Megan Milligan Desert Rose Musings (www.desertrosemusings.com) (parts still under construction) Cal-Neva Animal Rescue (www.desertrosemusings.com/calnevarescue/index.htm) - " Sherri " <sherria Thursday, August 19, 2004 11:00 PM Re: brown rice vs white rice " Adrien " <adriens_mandolin> wrote: > I always thought being vegetarian one went for the whole grains? I > am a brown rice fan but others sometimes make me make white rice. > Are most you vegetarians whole grains people? it seems it varies > greatly in this group. Whole grains are not a necessary requirement of a diet in order to be considered vegetarian. I personally prefer them, for health reasons, but I'm not fanatical about it. I like brown rice, but I also eat white rice on occasion, especially jasmine rice and basmati rice. Lots of people are vegetarian for moral reasons, and as far as I know, there's no moral reason why brown rice would be better than white. -- Sherri " Real life is where we get off, get hurt, get loved, get real, get abused, get to *live*. " - Leona Joy _____ --- Outgoing mail is certified Virus Free. Checked by AVG anti-virus system (http://www.grisoft.com). Version: 6.0.740 / Virus Database: 494 - Release 8/16/2004 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted August 21, 2004 Report Share Posted August 21, 2004 Megan said: >a tip about white rice, if that's what you prefer, look for basmati or long-grain white rice, and not the instant minu-crap out there. long-grain has more nutrients than quick-cook rice. Couldn't agree more. I used to only use basmati for Indian food (figures, right?) - and we do eat that a lot. But one time I was visiting my son's home (he's overseas, so it's not a weekly occurrence ;=)) and he was cooking something or other (probably a stirfry) and waved basmati rice at me and said he *always* uses it. Well I don't *always* use it, but pretty nearly now. (One can also get brown basmati rice, pretty well unknown in India, I understand - ours comes from you guessed it California ;=) Great flavour. Good nutrition - but it takes longer to cook of course.) I'm all for combining nutrition with gourmet dining!!! *lol* Best, Pat ;=) ===== psybermus LISTS: townhounds/ / vegetarianslimming/ HOMEPAGE: http://www.angelfire.com/art/pendragon/ ---- Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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