Mahatma Jasmine Rice

Thai hom mali rice. E-Z pour spout. Department of foreign trade. See side panel for nutritional information. Cooking Tips: Preparing Aromatic Rice: Adding lemon peel shortly before rice has finished cooking gives it a light, bright flavor. for perfect pilafs, saute rice in oil to firm and toast the starchy exterior. Rice: Dress it Up! The versatility of rice is just one of its key benefits. Below are simple ways to make aromatic rice even more special. Starting with hot, cooked rice - sprinkle with fried scallions, shallots, garlic or ginger. Add grated lemon zest, chopped fresh mint, a dab of butter and cooked peas. Stir in peanut butter and chopped scallions; sprinkle with chopped peanuts. Stir in grated parmesan cheese and sauteed onions. Season with toasted sesame oil or tamari. Stir in chopped dried fruit and toasted nuts. When preparing - sauce garlic, add rice and cook in chicken broth. Cooking jasmine rice in jasmine tea intensifies its sweet floral flavor. Substitute a combination of chicken broth and white wine for water. Cook rice with a few saffron threads; stir in cooked peas. Cook with shiitake mushrooms for an earthy, smoky flavor. Here are some quick tips for cooking with Thai Jasmine: Seasonings typically paired with jasmine rice; lemongrass, cilantro, hot chilies, fish sauce, limes or lemons, basil, coconut milk, nuts, fruits, garlic, shallots and hot and flavorful curries. Cooked jasmine rice remains soft when chilled, making it an excellent choice for salads or silky rice puddings. Originated in Thailand.

Cooking Directions On the Stove: 1. In a saucepan, bring water to a boil (Cooking Measurement Chart: To make 4 (3/4 cup cooked) servings and yield 3 cups use 1 cup rice and 1-1/2 cups water. To make 8 (3/4 cup cooked) servings and yield 6 cups use 2 cups rice and 3 cups water. To make 12 (3/4 cup cooked) servings and yield 9 cups use 3 cups rice and 4-1/2 cups water. For drier rice, use 1/4 cup less water. For moister rice, use 1/4 cup more water). 2. Stir in rice (Add 1 tbsp butter and 1 tsp salt per cup of uncooked rice, if desired). 3. Cover. Reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes or until all water is absorbed. Cooking Directions in the Microwave (It is recommended that only 1 cup rice be prepared in the microwave at a time. Microwave ovens vary. Cooking times are approximate): 1. In a 2-quart microwave-safe dish, combine 1-3/4 cups water and 1 cup rice (Add 1 tbsp butter and 1 tsp salt per cup of uncooked rice, if desired). 2. Cover and microwave on high for 5 minutes. Reduce setting to 50% power; microwave for 10 minutes. Let stand for 5 minutes. Cooking Tips: Preparing Aromatic Rice: Dress it up! The versatility of rice is just one of its key benefits. Below are simple ways to make aromatic rice even more special. Starting with hot, cooked rice. Sprinkle with fried scallions, shallots, garlic or ginger. Add grated lemon zest, chopped fresh mint, a dab of butter and cooked peas. Stir in peanut butter and chopped scallions; sprinkle with chopped peanuts. Stir in grated Parmesan cheese and sauteed onions. Season with toasted sesame oil or tamari. Stir in chopped dried fruit and toasted nuts. When Preparing Rice: For perfect pilafs, sautC) rice in oil to firm and toast the starchy exterior. Saute garlic, add rice and cook in chicken broth. Substitute a combination of chicken broth and white wine for water. Cook rice with a few saffron threads; stir in cooked peas. Cook with shiitake mushrooms for an earthy, smoky flavor. Here are some quick tips for cooking with Thai Jasmine: Seasonings typically paired with jasmine rice include: lemongrass, cilantro, hot chilies, fish sauce, limes or lemons, basil, coconut milk, nuts, fruits, garlic, shallots and hot and flavorful curries. Adding lemon peel shortly before rice has finished cooking gives it a light, bright flavor. Cook jasmine rice in jasmine tea to intensify its sweet floral flavor. Cooked jasmine rice remains soft when chilled, nuking it an excellent choice for salads or silky rice puddings.

Ingredients Enriched Thai Jasmine Rice [Rice, Niacin, Iron (Ferric Orthophosphate), Thiamin (Thiamin Mononitrate), Folic Acid].