How I Add Protein (and Flavor) to Rice the Easy Way
Some of the things that help me most with eating enough protein aren’t fancy recipes. They’re little swaps I’ve picked up along the way that make everyday food work a little harder for me.
This is one of those.
The Simple Protein Rice Trick I Use All the Time
I eat rice pretty regularly. It’s easy, it goes with everything and it’s one of those foods that works whether I’m throwing together a quick lunch or making dinner for everyone.
But rice on its own doesn’t bring much protein to the table. So instead of cooking it in plain water, I mix in a packet of Bare Bones Bone Broth. It comes in chicken, beef and lemon ginger.
That’s it.
One small pouch, mixed right into the rice water, and suddenly that side dish:
- has way more flavor
- feels more satisfying
- and adds extra protein without changing what I’m eating
Each little packet is about 50 calories and adds 10 grams of protein, which is huge for something that would normally just be carbs.
I usually grab them at Costco or Grocery Outlet, but you can also get them on Amazon.
How I Do It
I use the jasmine rice that can be made in the microwave (because easy wins in this house).
- Add rice and water like normal
- Sprinkle bone broth packet into the water
- Stir until all the powder is wet
- Cook as usual
That’s it. No extra steps. No extra dishes.
It doesn’t make the rice taste like soup. It just gives it a richer, more savory flavor.
Why I Love This
This is the kind of thing that helps me stay consistent without overthinking food.
I’m not trying to reinvent meals. I’m just finding small ways to support my protein goals in the meals I already eat.
And honestly, it’s one of those little tricks that once you start doing it, you never go back to plain rice. Think protein Rice A Roni.
If You’re Working on Getting More Protein
You don’t have to overhaul your whole kitchen.
Sometimes it’s just small swaps like this that make a difference over time.
One day at a time 🤍
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