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