Jasmine Rice
Jasmine rice, grown in Thailand, goes well with saffron and cardamom.
Grown in Thailand, jasmine rice is an aromatic rice that’s similar in flavor and
aroma to the more expensive basmati rice from India and California.
Varieties
Jasmine rice is sold in both brown and white varieties. White rice sets off food flavors
more distinctly, while brown rice has a higher fiber content and takes longer to cook.
Buying and storing tips
Buy jasmine rice in the packaged grains section of grocery, health food, and specialty
stores. Buy jasmine rice in bulk at local health food stores. When purchasing jasmine 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
Jasmine 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 saffron
and cardamom to cooked rice, or stir in green olives and pimentos.
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
Jasmine rice, 1 cup (200g) (cooked)
Calories: 205
Protein: 4.2g
Carbohydrate: 44.5g
Total Fat: 0.44g
Fiber: 0.63g
*Good source of: Iron (1.9mg),
Selenium (11.8mcg), Thiamine (0.26mg), and Niacin (2.3mg)
*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.
The information presented in this website is for informational purposes only and was created by a team of U.S. registered dietitians and food experts. Consult your doctor, practitioner, and/or pharmacist for any health problem and before using any supplements, making dietary changes, or before making any changes in prescribed medications.
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