Wild rice, contrary to the name, is not actually a member of the rice family, although it is a grain producing grass. Wild rice (Black) is native to North America and is notoriously difficult to harvest, hence it is expensive.
- lower in calories than brown rice
- higher in protein and a better source of folate and choline than brown rice
- a better source of copper, zinc and potassium
Wild rice has a long cooking time, and it is recommended that it be soaked for 4-6 hours before cooking. It is a delicious delicacy, well worth using in a variety of recipes or simply eaten on its own, lightly sprinkled with oil.
Net Weight: 250g.
Product of USA
