Jasmine Rice

Jasmine rice is a fragrant variety of long-grain rice grown mainly in Thailand. This variety of rice, also known as Thai Hom Mali or Thai fragrant rice, is the most common type of rice used in Thai and other Southeast Asian dishes. Jasmine rice is prized for its light fluffy texture, mellow nutty flavor, and floral scent.

The scent of jasmine rice is strongest when the rice is fresh and may diminish completely in older rice, especially when stored improperly. For this reason, jasmine rice should be used within six months of purchase and always kept in an air tight container.

Although jasmine rice is not considered a sticky rice, it is slightly more glutinous than regular white rice and can be used for applications where rice needs to be formed into shapes.

The aroma of jasmine rice is naturally occurring and may differ based on when the rice is harvested.