Pearl Barley vs. White Rice (Long Grain)
Comparing 2 standards across 10 specifications. 10 key differences identified.
Pearl barley (Hordeum vulgare) is polished barley with outer bran removed. Per 100g raw, it provides 352 kcal, 77.7g carbohydrates (15.6g fiber), 9.91g protein, and 1.16g fat with an ultra-low glycemic index of 28.
Milled long-grain white rice has its husk, bran, and germ removed. Per 100g raw, it provides 365 kcal, 79.9g carbohydrates (0.9g fiber), 7.13g protein, and 0.66g fat with a high glycemic index of 73.
Specification Comparison Table
10 Parameters| Parameter / Spec | ||
|---|---|---|
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Energy / Calories
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352 kcal | 365 kcal |
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Carbohydrates
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77.7 g | 79.9 g |
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Dietary Fiber
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15.6 g | 1.3 g |
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Net Carbohydrates
|
62.1 g | 78.6 g |
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Protein
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9.91 g | 7.13 g |
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Total Fat
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1.16 g | 0.66 g |
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Glycemic Index (GI)
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28 (Ultra-Low) | 73 (High) |
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Water Content
|
10.1 g | 11.6 g |
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Gluten Status
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Contains Gluten (Hordein) | Naturally Gluten-Free |
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Standard Water-to-Rice Ratio
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3.0 : 1.0 (by volume) | 2.0 : 1.0 (by volume) |