Jasmine Rice

Mahatma Jasmine rice is a long grain rice variety; also known 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. Mahatma 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.  Mahatma Jasmine rice is also available in 5 lb and 10 lb poly bag packages.

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

Cooking Directions - On the Stove Combine 1 cup rice and 1-1/2 cups of water in a medium saucepan. Add margarine and salt, if desired. Bring to a boil. Stir. Cover, reduce heat to simmer; simmer for 15 minutes. Remove from heat. Serve.

Cooking Directions - In the Microwave Combine 1-3/4 cups water and 1 cup rice in a 2 quart microwave safe dish. Add margarine and salt, if desired. Cover and microwave on HIGH for 5 minutes. Reduce setting to 50% power, microwave for 15 minutes. Let stand 5 minutes. Fluff with fork and serve.

Cooking Directions and Other Serving Suggestions For drier rice, use 1-1/4 cups water. Or, for moister rice, use 1-3/4 cups water.