Is it normal to find tiny bugs in rice?

I admit – seeing flour bugs or even bugs in your whole grains, rice and pasta can be pretty gross – but all is not lost and in fact, it’s pretty common!

Should I throw out rice with weevils?

You might be wondering whether it’s safe to eat weevils in food. Yes, it is completely safe to eat weevils, including the eggs, larvae, and adult weevils. However, just as you would with meat, it’s recommended that you cook them first. Cooking kills any bacteria or parasites which may be in the weevils.

What are these bugs in my rice?

Weevils. Even the name can cause a shudder to anyone who has ever had these ugly, snout-nosed bugs in their flour, rice, or cornmeal. There are rice weevils, seed weevils, granary/grain weevils, maize weevils, and bean/pea/seed weevils.

Can you still eat rice with bugs?

If you’ve discovered weevils after you’ve eaten your rice meal, don’t panic. Bugs found in rice aren’t poisonous. Eating one or two, or their eggs and larvae, won’t hurt you — it just may make you a bit squeamish.

Are rice bugs harmful?

Rice weevils are not directly dangerous to people because they are not known to transmit any diseases to humans. Rice weevils are, however, dangerous to the grain industry and can cause a lot of problems for homeowners by contaminating food sources.

How do I keep rice bug free?

How can we reduce the occurrence of rice weevils?

  1. Store rice in a tightly sealed container and in a cool dry place.
  2. Buy rice in smaller quantities if your consumption rate is low (e.g. if a 2-person household seldom cooks rice, they can buy 1kg packs, rather than 5 or 10kg packs).

How do weevils get into sealed containers?

Can Weevils Get Into Sealed Packages? Yes, pests like weevils can quickly work their way into sealed packages. It’s common for bugs to chew their way into cardboard boxes or plastic bags. If your packages have unlined sections, then it’s also easy for pests to jump inside.

Can I still eat rice with bugs?

Can rice weevils infest your house?

Homeowners can bring them home inside of food packages. Rice weevils, bean weevils and other stored food weevils feed inside food packages. They can remain hidden in the pantry for a long time. Homeowners might spot adult weevils wandering on the shelves or floor of the pantry.

How do you get rid of rice bugs naturally?

Kitchen hacks: Keep bugs away from rice with these simple tips

  1. Bay or neem leaves. Bay leaf is an excellent way to get rid of bugs from rice. (
  2. Cloves. They are easily available and help fight the bugs in order to avoid infestation.
  3. Storing them in a refrigerator. Do you store rice in the refrigerator? (
  4. Garlic.
  5. Sunlight.