Let's Go Healthy with hearty and satisfying Rico Corn Rice!

As we all know, rice is the most consumed food in the Philippines and our family is no different. We love rice! Rice is something we cannot live without! 

We also love Corn! Corn is one of the most popular and versatile vegetables, but also a good source of several nutrients. It’s a low-fat complex carbohydrate that deserves a regular place on any healthy table. This high-fiber, fat-fighting kernels of goodness are also hearty and satisfying. 
One Saturday, My family and I, went to an event at Claw Daddy in High Street BGC to try the new corn rice.  

The event’s theme was yellow and green to match the Rico Corn Rice colors and also prepared tables that reminds of a picnic.
Introducing Vitamin-Fortified Rice-Shaped Corn 
"Rico Corn Rice"

Rico Corn Rice Features and Benefits: 

♥ Rico Corn Rice is made from corn

♥ It has a Lower Glycemic Index than white rice, especially for the benefit of diabetics and mature adults. 

♥ Contributes to optimal carbohydrate metabolism.

♥ With Vitamin A for healthier skin and mucus membranes, strengthened immune systems and improved eyesight.  

♥ Naturally contains Lutein for good eyesight.

♥ High amount of fiber helps alleviate common digestive disorders.

♥ Folate-rich corn helps in the generation of new cells.

♥ Vitamin B12 and Folic acid can reverse anemia and avoid heart disease and neural birth defects. 

♥ Has No Cholesterol, fortified with additional B Vitamins, Calcium and Iron. 

♥ Aflatoxin Safe

♥ It is only made with 100% Philippine Grown Corn, with no additional chemicals, and that is the natural smell of typical corn. 

♥ Rico can be a good part of diabetics diet because of its low glycemic index. 

♥ Even for non-diabetics, eating Rico Corn Rice can be helpful in maintaining a healthy blood sugar level.  

♥ Rico is rich in lutein, beta carotene and fiber, and is fortified with B-Vitamins and iron, and is also perfect for people who wants to eat healthier. 

♥ Rico Corn Rice can help you to lose weight because it has lower glycemic index, it is more filling and it takes longer before you start to feel hungry again. It is also high in fiber, which is good for those wanting to lose weight. As part of a balanced diet and exercise. 
During the event, they had games and activities for the kids. Elijah found one of the hidden corns during the corn hunt and won a prize! Yey! 
Join the social media conversation with hashtag #WELOVECORNRICE
Ate Trish was also there to lead the ART WORKSHOP. Here are my kids learning how to make a puppet.
FACE OR HAND PAINTING 

They also had samples of the dishes that you can prepare with Rico Corn Rice, take a look of what they have come up with.
GARLIC WALNUT PARSLEY RICO CORN RICE
RICO CORN PAELLA 
SWEETENED RICO RICE WITH MANGO STRIPS 
This is so good! I am definitely making this at home. It consists of condensed and evaporated milk, Rico Corn Rice and Mangoes. Did I say that this one is good?   
They even had a demonstration on how to cook Rico Corn Rice. The instruction is as follow.
• Boil the appropriate amount of water depending on the amount of Rico Corn Rice you are going to cook.
• Simmer until cooked (when preferred softness and stickiness is achieved.). It usually takes somewhere between 10-15 minutes. 
Rico is also perfect for fried rice but tastes fine cooking it regularly. You can also use Rico in any rice recipe, like my favorite champorado.  
Here’s a cooking demonstration of Corned Pork Fried Corn Rice. 

This is so delicious and easy to make. Corn Oil, Rico Corn Rice and La Filipina Corned Pork.
 I am definitely cooking this at home!

Rico Corn Rice available in three different sizes and affordable priced at: 
1kg for Php 70.00
2kg for Php 125.00
5kg for Php 300.00

Rico Corn Rice is available at the following supermarkets: 
☻ Ever
☻ Pioneer 
☻ Sta. Lucia
☻ Landmark
☻ Hi-Top
☻ It will soon be available at all leading supermarkets. 


Tell me what you think? I would love to hear your comments and suggestions.

THANKS, Much Love, Rochelle


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Rochelle Rivera is a lifestyle blogger currently living in the Philippines. She is a Japanese and Filipina Mom of 3 boys, food enthusiast, travel geek, beauty-obsessed individual, and fashion lover.

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20 comments

  1. EddielliApril 29, 2014 at 11:11 PM

    Infairness! It is much affordable than red or brown rice which costs 85php per kilo! It is indeed a good alternative for white rice!

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    1. Rochelle Miko RiveraApril 30, 2014 at 1:48 AM

      Yes! Better taste than brown rice too :-) The healthier way to eat carbs ♥

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  2. Anita MaritaApril 30, 2014 at 12:10 AM

    How interesting! I love corn and I love rice --- this should be worth a try!

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    1. Rochelle Miko RiveraApril 30, 2014 at 1:49 AM

      Yes me too! I love corn and rice. I was surprised that it is good as a dessert too and for champorado :-)

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    2. Anita MaritaApril 30, 2014 at 2:48 PM

      Wow, corn champorado, Ms. Rochelle! Would love to try that chocolaty corn treat! I love paella and I'm sure Rico Corn Rice paella would be heavenly.

      The SWEETENED RICO RICE WITH MANGO STRIPS makes me think of other kinds of "kakanin" we could make, like suman and biko. Ginataang mais would be redundant, but yummy! :D Ahhh, coconut milk, corn rice, and corn kernels! Mouth-watering! <3

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    3. Rochelle Miko RiveraMay 4, 2014 at 10:10 PM

      Yes dami pede gawin with the corn rice. :-) Sarap siya and healthy. :-) My mouth is watering now sa mga suggestions mo.

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    4. Anita MaritaMay 12, 2014 at 11:37 PM

      I will look for it at Ever Supermarket! I'm now imagining more yummy and healthy corn rice recipes ... :)

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  3. ValericeMay 4, 2014 at 5:34 PM

    I am intrigued with the SWEETENED RICO RICE WITH MANGO STRIPS. It is the first time i heard about rice and mango that looks like mango float. Sometimes, I include mangoes as a side dish. Is it close to mango float, or is it like biko with mango or totally out of this world goodness? Hehehehe! Thinking of trying it kasi.

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    1. Rochelle Miko RiveraMay 4, 2014 at 10:09 PM

      I think it is like Mango Float. Yung rice niya parang steamed rice lang then nilagyan ng condensed and evap milk and mango. Very easy pero Masarap siya promise! Naka 3 kuha ako hahaha!!!

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    2. ValericeMay 4, 2014 at 10:13 PM

      Hahaha! Sige, I'm the girl who loves mangoes eh so anything na pwede ng mangga is worth trying. Thanks, Ms. Rochelle.

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  4. UnknownJune 6, 2014 at 9:10 PM

    When I read this post, I am thinking if this is better than rice. Although both are cereals and source of carbo, the corn could be more nutritious compared to rice as they are not processed much where the outer layer is segregated. :) My mom always told us to make our body and mind strong and healthy, that's why she always cook healthy meals for us everyday.. But still, she always look for other recipes to try.. I will tell her about this and Im sure that she will love this one. She really wants to experiment on new recipes and with this corn rice, it will be possible! It's healthy and yummy, so many vitamins included and will definitely hit our stomach happy! Plus the price is so affordable. It also ranges from the kilo of rice today, this is a very good alternative for rice. :) Thank you for sharing Ms. rochelle! BTW, jaja is so cutie, ang innocent ng face. Napakacute! <3

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  5. UnknownJune 6, 2014 at 10:54 PM

    Q: What do Corn cobs call their father? A: "Pop" corn.

    Q: What did the baby corn say to the mom corn? A: Where is my pop corn?

    Q: What does moldy corn flakes have in common with Charles Manson? A: They are both Cereal Killers!
    Wow. This is one of my favorite. Best alternative for White Rice and very Affordable too. This Corn rice was very famous in Cebu City
    source: http://www.jokes4us.com/miscellaneousjokes/foodjokes/cornjokes.html

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  6. UnknownJune 6, 2014 at 10:54 PM

    Q: What do Corn cobs call their father? A: "Pop" corn.

    Q: What did the baby corn say to the mom corn? A: Where is my pop corn?

    Q: What does moldy corn flakes have in common with Charles Manson? A: They are both Cereal Killers!
    Wow. This is one of my favorite. Best alternative for White Rice and very Affordable too. This Corn rice was very famous in Cebu City
    source: http://www.jokes4us.com/miscellaneousjokes/foodjokes/cornjokes.html

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  7. Sherry ann gole cruzJune 7, 2014 at 1:42 PM

    a good alternative to white rice,i think this help me loose weight and keep me fit,i hope this will be available on sm supermarket so i could try this and make my kids new yummy recipe made out of rice.

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  8. UnknownJune 10, 2014 at 8:58 PM

    try ko itong isuggest sa lolo at mga tito ko, sa father side ko kasi halos diabetic sila,. ang lakas pa naman nilang kumain ng rice at mahilig talagang kumain,. affordable sya kaya nga lang wala pang ganyan dito,.
    yung lola ko mahilig magluto ng mga kakanin, kaya pwede syang magtry nito kesa gumamit ng lacatan,.

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  9. eryllatagJune 14, 2014 at 11:33 PM

    i've heard about corn soup, corn flour etc, but not this one- Corn Rice! Whew! This is something to dig in, love the color, the aroma...? and the taste? (that's for me to find out soon). As for now i can't judge it by merely looking at the pictures, though, it shows how interesting it is, i am just a bit surprized that corn rice is possible. I would really, really want to try this, i think i may put this in my grocery list so i can try it. Those recipes mentioned we're all mouth watering, and i guess there's a lot more to try to, with all the health benefits indicated above, what more can we ask for? Now i've got something new to prepare for my family. Thank you so much mam for this article, if it had'nt from this blog, i would'nt be able to know that there is such a Corn Rice! I'll tell my friends about it, more power to you mam, Rochelle!

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  10. eryllatagJune 14, 2014 at 11:38 PM

    i've heard about corn soup, corn flour etc, but not this one- Corn Rice! Whew! This is something to dig in, love the color, the aroma...? and the taste? (that's for me to find out soon). As for now i can't judge it by merely looking at the pictures, though, it shows how interesting it is, i am just a bit surprized that corn rice is possible. I would really, really want to try this, i think i may put this in my grocery list so i can try it. Those recipes mentioned we're all mouth watering, and i guess there's a lot more to try to, with all the health benefits indicated above, what more can we ask for? Now i've got something new to prepare for my family. Thank you so much mam for this article, if it had'nt from this blog, i would'nt be able to know that there is such a Corn Rice! I'll tell my friends about it, more power to you mam, Rochelle!

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  11. UnknownJune 15, 2014 at 12:55 PM

    Wow!! This is the first time i've seen this! This is great! Galing galing. It really is a good alternative + mas maeenjoy ng lahat without getting bigger or fatter. Need ko to talaga hahaha! :)) Sana matry ng family namen to.. Diabetic ang family ko and we're really not into cholesterol - containing food. and im so happy to know this!! Super favorite ko pa man din ang corn.. maybe that's why God has given me big teeth hahaha :) Im glad to know this. thank u po thank you po!..

    very much recommended ! :)

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  12. AnonymousSeptember 16, 2014 at 12:51 PM

    I love it!. I cooked it as fried rice and added tuna flakes, tomato, cucumber and raisins. Whew heavenly. Try it

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  13. UnknownApril 29, 2015 at 10:48 AM

    Filipinos really love to prepare delicious dishes. I would like to try the foods you mentioned. I'm planning to go to the Philippines, hopefully I could find this corn rice. I just managed to find their website. http://yummyhealthy.ph/

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