Ready to Eat Rice, 7 Oz (Pack of 6)

For context: I’m a biohacker on a strict CGM-monitored low-glucose/low-carb diet. This review is for people who understand glucose monitoring and ultra-low carb eating—not casual “keto” shoppers. I keep my total carbs under 20 per day and aim to stay between 70–105 on my CGM. My body is insanely efficient at converting anything into glucose—so much so that every so-called “low-carb/keto” product on the market spikes me (all brands of keto bars, tortillas, breads—even the ones that claim to CGM flatline for other people). My glucose even rises on clean protein powders with zero carbs. In short: my body is in the top 1% of glucose converters, and I’ve wasted hundreds of dollars testing products that don’t work. Until now. This morning, I made Vietnamese ground beef with this mushroom rice, plus monk fruit + allulose to caramelize it. Result: not only did my CGM flatline, but my glucose actually went down over the next two hours. If this had been real rice + sugar, I’d have spiked 75–100 points. On the glucose impact scale, this product scores an 11/10. Taste/texture? 4/10. If you’ve had mushroom noodles before, you know the slight fishy smell and the bouncy chew. It’s not gourmet. But it’s absolutely edible and—more importantly—completely workable as a regular staple. I already bought another box. This is the first “starch” substitute I’ve ever found that truly doesn’t spike my glucose. For someone like me, that makes it gold. Keto beggars can’t be choosers—edible and CGM-flat at 87, that’s all you need to know. Highly recommended for its intended purpose.

I saw this guy advertise this on TikTok and because I’m on a more mindful eating diet plan I decided to give this rice a try. It’s very strange at first, reminds me of boba or orbies consistency. They’re little balls. But so easy to make and I make a Chicken Fried Rice dish and it tasted great. They lack a little flavor on their own but I think in a dish they’re great. Very little calories and minimal ingredients makes this a good rice substitute.

Not quite sure if the preservative process didn't go well or maybe they froze? My first bag after receiving my shipment basically came out like straight mush and seeped through my little strainer. No they weren't all like this but when you're planning on meals and budgeting around everything, it's a bummer when one whole bag is useless. The 3 star review is due to 1 of 6 bags (so far, as I'm not sure what I'm gonna get until I open them) being useless. The second and third bag I opened was fine. Definitely a little chewy, but I made some low-carb mac & cheese with these and although it wasn't perfect, it kind of took that craving away. Flavorless, no fish smell...that was a bonus!

1. **Taste:** The miracle rice lives up to its name in terms of flavor. It has a rich, distinct taste that sets it apart from regular rice. 2. **Texture:** The texture is another strong point. It's pleasantly chewy and holds up well in various dishes, making it versatile for different recipes. 1. **Packaging Issues:** A significant drawback is the consistent issue with the packaging. It often arrives with a punctured bag, leading to potential spillage and contamination. 2. **Price:** The rice is quite expensive, which may be a deterrent for some consumers, especially when considering the packaging flaws. While the miracle rice delivers on taste and texture, the recurring packaging problems and high price point might make some buyers hesitant. If these issues are resolved, it could easily become a staple in many kitchens.

For low carb/keto this is a good rice substitute. I have tried many noodle and rice substitutes and this brand is my favorite. It does not have any real taste so it is meant to be used with a sauce, etc. the texture is pretty good also. Does not have the “crunchyish” vegetable texture. We have used this with asian style dishes and have used the noodle style for spaghetti replacement. Not the same as the real thing but we find it an acceptable substitute.