You already know there are many different types of rice. That's right with an estimated 120,000 rice varieties world wide, you may have a hard time deciding on which rice to use with dinner.
Long grain rice
The first variety and the most common to find is long grain rice. The kernel is long and slender. Once cooked, the grains are still fluffy not sticky. You want to use this type of rice if you will serve it as a side dish.
Examples of this variety:
American long-grain
Patna
Basmati: maybe the most well known of long grain rice varieties.
Jasmine
Popcorn
Wild pecan
Medium grain rice
This kernel has a shorter and wider grain than long variety. Once cooked, the grains are moist, tender and a tad sticky. This variety should be your choice if you plan on making risotto or paella (a Spanish dish).
Examples of this variety:
That one is easy....paella and risotto rice!
Short grain rice
This kernel has a short and plump grain which is almost round. Once cooked, the grains are soft and very sticky. This variety is your best choice for making pudding.
Example of this variety:
Sushi rice.
Other common varieties:
Brown - Brown rice is also known as "whole rice." Brown rice retains the bran and the germ of the rice. Therefore Brown rice is richer in fiber and more nutrient dense than white rice. Brown rice also takes longer to cook and is not as tender as white rice.
Converted or parboiled - Converted rice is a good compromise between brown and white: it cooks faster than brown and it is more nutrient dense than white.
Instant or pre-cooked - It is expensive and rather bland.
Wild also called Indian - You may surprised to know it is not a rice but rather a grass seed!
As you can see, there are so many different typse of rice that you are sure to find a favorite for any dish and any taste buds.
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