Description
Enriched Thai fragrant long grain rice. Thai hom mali rice. Originated in Thailand. Department of Foreign Trade. Mahatma Thai Jasmine Rice is a long grain rice variety also known as fragrant, aromatic or scented rice. Grown in the mountain highlands of Thailand for centuries, Jasmine rice was cultivated for the royalty of the kingdom of Siam. Named after the sweet smelling jasmine flower of Southeast Asia, Jasmine rice has a naturally distinctive scent, released during the cooking process, and is likened to a flowery perfume. Jasmine Rice is praised for its whiteness and silkiness. Cooked, it is soft, white and fluffy. The taste of this rice enhances the traditional spices of oriental cookery. Product of Thailand.
Ingredients
Enriched Long Grain Rice [Rice, Niacin, Ferric Orthophosphate (Iron), Thiamine Mononitrate (Thiamine), Folic Acid].
Product Features
On the Stove: 1. In a saucepan bring water to a boil. 2. Stir in rice (Add margarine and salt, if desired. For drier rice, use 1/4 cup less water. For moister rice use 1/4 more water). 3. Cover. Reduce heat and simmer 20 minutes or until water is absorbed. In the Microwave (It is recommended that only 1 cup be prepared in the microwave at a time. Microwave ovens vary. Cooking times are approximate.): 1. In a 2 quart microwave-safe dish combine 1-1/2 cups water with 1 cup rice. 2. Cover and microwave on High for 5 minutes. Reduce setting to 50% power, microwave for 20 minutes. Let stand 5 minutes. Cooking Measurement Chart: Servings (3/4 cup cooked): 4 Servings: 3 cups yield; 1-1/2 cups water; 1 cup rice. 8 Servings: 6 cups yield; 3 cups water; 2 cups rice. 12 Servings: 9 cups yield; 4-1/2 cups water; 3 cups rice.
