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About Rice
Riceis a valuablesource of lowfat, complexcarbohydratesand is abundantin thiamin,niacin
andiron. It is an essentialingredientfor a healthydiet. Thereare many differentvarietiesof rice
available in themarket. Your RicePasta Gourmet™cancook anyrice variationto perfection.
Followingarethe commonlyavailable varietiesof riceand their characteristics:
LongGrain Rice
Typically thisrice is not starchyand has loose,individualgrains aftercooking. "Carolina"rice is
firm,and "Jasmine"is the firmestof the longgrain varietyand is flavorfuland aromatic.
ShortGrain Rice
Shortgrain is characteristicallysoft,sticky and chewy. This is therice used to makesushi.
"California Rice"is soft; "SweetRice",often called"pearl" ricefor its round shape,is extrasticky
andis excellentfor making ricepudding.
BrownRice
Brownrice is oftenconsideredthe most healthyvariety. It has bran layerson the ricegrains and
containsmoreB-complex vitamins, iron,calcium, andfiber than polished(white)rice. The most
popularbrownrice is long grainand has a chewytexture. Unrefinedbrownrice is a whole grain
food.
WildRice
WildRice comesin many deliciousvarietiesand mixes. Oftenit is mixed withlong grainrice for
itsfirmer textureand rich brownto black color. Wild ricemakes wonderfulstuffingfor poultry
whencooked withbroth and mixedwith your favoritedriedfruits
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