CAROLINA JASMINE 2 LB

Jasmine Rice

Cooking directions on the stove: 1. In a saucepan, bring water to a boil.* 2. Stir in rice.** 3. Cover. Reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes or until all water is absorbed. **Add 1 tbsp. butter and 1 tsp. salt per cup of uncooked rice, if desired. *Cooking measurement chart: Rice: 1cup - 2cups - 3cups. Water: 1- 1/2 cups - 3cups – 4- 1/2 cups. Yield: 3cups - 6cups - 9cups. Servings ( 3/4 cup cooked): 4 - 8 - 12. For drier rice, use 1/4 cup less water. For moister rice, use 1/4 cup more water. Cooking directions in the microwave***: 1. In a 2-quart microwave-safe dish, combine 1- 3/4 cups water and 1 cup rice.** 2. Cover and microwave on high for 5 minutes. Reduce setting to 50% power; microwave for 10 minutes. Let stand for 5 minutes. ***It is recommended that only 1 cup rice be prepared in the microwave at a time. Microwave ovens vary. Cooking times are approximate. Cooking tips: Preparing aromatic rice: Rice : Dress it up! The versatility of rice is just one of its key benefits. Below are simple ways to make aromatic rice even more special. Starting with hot, cooked rice, Sprinkle with fried scallions, shallots, garlic or ginger. Add grated lemon zest, chopped fresh mint, a dab of butter and cooked peas. Stir in peanut butter and chopped scallions; sprinkle with chopped peanuts. Stir in grated Parmesan cheese and sauteed onions. Season with toasted sesame oil or tamari. Stir in chopped dried fruit and toasted nuts. When preparing rice, For perfect pilaffs, sauté rice in oil to firm and toast the starchy exterior. Saute garlic, add rice and cook in chicken broth. Substitute a combination of chicken broth and white wine for water. Cook rice with a few saffron threads; stir in cooked peas. Cook with shiitake mushrooms for an earthy, smoky flavor. Here are some quick tips for cooking with Thai Jasmine: Seasoning typically paired with jasmine rice include: lemongrass, cilantro, hot chillies, fish sauce, limes or lemons, basil, coconut milk, nuts, fruits, garlic, shallots and hot and flavorful curries. Adding lemon peel shortly before rice has finished cooking gives it a light, bright flavor. Cook jasmine rice in jasmine tea to intensity its sweet floral flavor. Cooked jasmine rice remains soft when chilled, making it an excellaent choice for salads or silky rice puddings.