Pearl Rice
Also indexed as: Round-Grain Rice, Short-Grain Rice
Unlike most rice, pearl rice should be stirred during cooking.
Pearl rice has a sticky texture when fully cooked, and is often used in Chinese, Japanese,
and Korean dishes.
Varieties
Pearl rice is available in white and brown (unprocessed) forms. 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 pearl rice in the packaged-grains section of grocery, health food, and specialty
stores. Pearl rice is sold in bulk at health food stores. When purchasing pearl 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.
Availability
Pearl rice is available year-round.
Preparation, uses, and tips
Stir the rice during its cooking time, which takes about 20 minutes. Use it as a base for
sushi, or in rice puddings.
Nutritional Highlights
Pearl rice, 1 cup (200g) (cooked)
Calories: 242
Protein: 4.4g
Carbohydrate: 53g
Total Fat: 0.35g
Fiber: 0.0g
*Excellent source of: Thiamine (0.30)
*Good source of: Iron (2.7mg),
Selenium (13mcg), and Niacin (2.8mg)
*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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