Selection Guide Choosing Rice
Resources for Choosing U.S. Rice
Rice Application ChecklistWhat is your application? _____Consumer table rice Expected function of rice ingredient_____Characterizing ingredient_____Binder / thickener _____Anti-stick coating / dusting _____Carrier for seasonings, nutrients, etc. Processing steps anticipated_____Dry blending_____Extrusion _____Steeping / tempering _____Wet mixing / blending _____Water cooking _____Steam cooking _____Pumping / automated dispensing _____Retorting _____Oven puffing _____Extended handling at high-temperature _____Chilling / refrigerated or frozen storage End-Use treatments_____Stovetop cooking / heating_____Microwave heating _____Steam table service _____Chilling or freezing / thawing Desired finished product traits_____Rice as the focal point of the product-long, medium or short grain_____Ethnic authenticity _____Firm, fluffy, separate kernels _____Soft, moist, clingy kernels _____Chewy texture _____Crisp / crunchy texture _____Gluten-free _____Neutral base flavor so other seasonings can dominate |
