Jasmine Rice

Carolina® Jasmine rice is a long grain rice variety; also know as fragrant, aromatic, or scented rice. Grown in the mountain highlands of Thailand for centuries, jasmine rice was first 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.

Our 2 lb. Carolina Jasmine rice is available in a convenient E-Z open and E-Z pour spout package.  Click here to download and view helpful package hints.  Carolina Jasmine rice is also available in 5 lb and 20 lb poly bag packages.

As more and more Americans explore exotic and ethnic cuisine for their meals, they are seeking authentic ethnic ingredients Carolina Jasmine Rice can be an excellent "change of pace" from regular long grain white rice.  Ask for Carolina Jasmine Rice at your local store ... Carolina Jasmine Rice, the gourmet choice in rice.

Cooking Directions - On the Stove Combine 1 cup jasmine rice and 1-3/4 cups water in a medium saucepan. If desired, add margarine and salt. Bring to a boil. Stir. Cover. Reduce heat to simmer; simmer for 15 minutes. Remove from heat and serve.

Cooking Directions - In the Microwave Combine 1-3/4 cups water and 1 cup jasmine rice in a 2-quart microwaveable dish. If desired, add margarine and salt. Cover and microwave on HIGH for 5 minutes. Reduce setting to 50% power, microwave for 15 minutes. Remove from microwave. Let stand covered until all the water is absorbed, about 5 minutes. If your microwave does not have variable power settings, follow your manufacturer's directions.