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Scientists grow 'meaty' rice hybrid food for protein kick (www.bbc.com)

submitted 10 months ago by MicroWave to c/health

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Scientists have created a new type of hybrid food - a "meaty" rice that they say could offer an affordable and eco-friendly source of protein.

The porous grains are packed with beef muscle and fat cells, grown in the lab.

The rice was first coated in fish gelatine to help the beef cells latch on, and the grains were left in a petri dish to culture for up to 11 days.

The researchers say the food may serve as "relief for famine, military ration, or even space food" in the future.

It remains to be seen whether consumers would take to it if it gets to market.

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[–] captainlezbian 7 points 10 months ago* (last edited 10 months ago) (2 children)

I’ll stick with my beans and rice if it’s the same to everyone. And I’ll try to get more into the miracle that is lentils

I have nothing against lab grown meat, every bit of carbon reduction helps. But for those who can consume legumes they need to be the backbone of our dietary protein consumption. It’s good and healthy and it’s good for the planet.

[–] [email protected] 2 points 10 months ago

Hear hear!

Lentils are awesome!!

[–] c0mbatbag3l 2 points 10 months ago

Been cooking lentils and rice as the foundation of my meal prep for years now as a lifter, it's good stuff! Best protein per unit compared to most beans. Love them.