Oryza, O. sativa

Rice is the most popular grain in the world and is considered the "bread of the world". Today there are more than 5,000 rice varieties.

Thai Jasmine rice is long grain white aromatic rice and it's also known as fragrant, aromatic, or scented rice. This type of rice is long, white, and opaque when raw. When cooked jasmine rice is soft, very white, delicately mild flavor and the grains are separated. Also, when cooked it releases a naturally distinctive scent likened to a flowery perfume. It has a nutty aroma and was named after the sweet-smelling jasmine flower of Southeast Asia.

Jasmine rice is originally from Thailand and it has been grown in the mountain highlands of Thailand for centuries. It was first cultivated for the royalty of the kingdom of Siam. The delicate flavor and aroma of jasmine rice makes it perfect for salads, side dishes, curries and stir-frys. It can be used with Indian and Middle Eastern cuisine and it is excellent for pilafs.

Gluten free and non-allergenic rice is perfect for many types of diets.

This type of rice can be substituted for basmati rice; it is less sticky than other rices and enhances the traditional spices of oriental cookery.