Saturday July 31, 2010.


There are 20 varieties of rice grown commercially in the U.S. alone - all classified under the following categories.

Long Grain:
Long and slender, these grains are 4-5 times as long as they are wide. Cooked grains remain separate, light and fluffy. Available in regular milled white, brown and aromatic forms. Long grain rice is the perfect choice for side dishes, main dishes, salads, curries, stews and meat or poultry dishes.

 

Medium Grain:
Plump, but not round, these grains are 2-3 times longer than they are wide. When cooked the grains are moist and tender and slightly clingy. Available in regular milled white, brown and aromatic forms. Medium grain rice is ideal for dessert, casseroles and stir-fry recipes.

 

Short Grain:
These kernels are almost round and cling together when cooked. Available in regular milled white, brown and aromatic forms. Short grain rice is great for stir-fry recipes, sushi, and puddings.

 
   
 
 
 

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