White Rice Flour
Flours & Starches · 8 specs
Direct Answer
White rice flour is finely ground polished white rice. Per 100g, it provides 366 kcal, 80.1g carbohydrates (2.4g fiber), 5.95g protein, and 1.42g fat, serving as a hypoallergenic staple in gluten-free baking and tempura batters.
Source: USDA FoodData Central (FDC ID: 169755) · Last reviewed Aug 28, 2026
Specs
| Energy / Calories | 366 kcal |
| Protein / Gluten Potential | 5.95 (0% Gluten) g |
| Carbohydrates | 80.1 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.4 g |
| Total Fat | 1.42 g |
| Ash Content | 0.60 % |
| Starch Gelatinization Temp | 68 – 78 °C |
| Gluten Status | Naturally Gluten-Free |
Crisp Frying & Batter Performance
Because rice flour does not form gluten and absorbs less oil during frying than wheat flour, it creates exceptionally light, crisp tempura coatings.
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