Ingredient swap
Basmati Rice vs Brown Rice
Basmati Rice has 8 g protein and 360 calories per 100 g; brown rice has 7.5 g and 367. They behave similarly in recipes.
How to swap
Swap by weight, not by cup: 1 cup of basmati rice (180 g) ≈ 1 cup of brown rice.
Side by side
| Per 100 g | Basmati Rice | Brown Rice |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 360 | 367 |
| Protein | 8 gbetter | 7.5 g |
| Carbs | 78 g | 76.2 g |
| Fat | 0.6 g | 3.2 g |
| Fiber | 1.3 g | 3.6 gbetter |
| Sugar | 0.1 gbetter | 0.7 g |
| Sodium | 3 mgbetter | 4 mg |
| 1 cup weighs | 180 g | 190 g |
"Better" means more protein or fiber, or fewer calories, carbs, sugar or salt. Fat is not scored.
Macros per 100 g
Common questions
Can I use brown rice instead of basmati rice?
Swap by weight, not by cup: 1 cup of basmati rice (180 g) ≈ 1 cup of brown rice.
Which has more protein?
Basmati Rice, with 8 g per 100 g versus 7.5 g.
Which has fewer calories?
Basmati Rice, with 360 calories per 100 g.