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Aromatic Rice

Aromatic rices have a light, fluffy texture when cooked.

Aromatic rice is a general term used for rice varieties that have a perfumed, nutty flavor and aroma. They’re generally medium- to long-grain, and have a light, fluffy texture when cooked.

Varieties

Aromatic rices include basmati, jasmine, Texmati, Wehani, and wild pecan rice.

Buying and storing tips

Buy aromatic rice in the packaged grains section of grocery, health food, and specialty stores. When buying aromatic rice in bulk, look for intact kernels that aren’t broken, scratched, or damaged.

Store rice in a cool, dry area in a sealed glass or plastic container, away from the open air and moisture.

Cooked rice can be refrigerated for up to seven days, or stored in the freezer for six months.

Availability

Aromatic rice is available year-round.

Preparation, uses, and tips

Rinse 1 cup of rice and drain well. In a heavy saucepan with a lid, combine rice with 2 cups (500mL) of water and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to medium, and simmer, covered, until tender (about 30 minutes for medium- to long-grain white rice, 40 minutes for brown rice, 20 minutes for arborio or short-grain rice, and 1 hour for wild rice).

Add finely chopped fresh rosemary, basil, and thyme, or pistachios and dried apricots.

To reheat cooked rice, for each 1 cup (200 grams) of rice, add 2 Tbsp (30mL) liquid. Cover and heat four to five minutes on top of range or in oven. In a microwave oven, cook on High about 1 1/2 minutes per cup (200g).

Nutritional Highlights

Aromatic rice, 1 cup (200g) (cooked)
Calories: 205
Protein: 4.25g
Carbohydrate: 44.5g
Total Fat: 0.442g
Fiber: 0.632g
*Good source of: Iron (1.9mg)

*Foods that are an “excellent source” of a particular nutrient provide 20% or more of the Recommended Daily Value. Foods that are a “good source” of a particular nutrient provide between 10 and 20% of the Recommended Daily Value.

Health benefits and concerns

Health benefits and concerns for rice
Many health benefits and concerns associated with this food are applicable to other rice. Read about health benefits and concerns for rice for a full description.