{"product_id":"rice-white-biodynamic-5kg","title":"White Rice Medium Grain Biodynamic 5kg","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrown by Demeter-certified biodynamic farming families in Australia's Riverina, this Australian white rice has a clean, delicate flavour and a soft, fluffy texture. Carefully polished to produce a versatile everyday rice, it's equally at home in simple family meals, stir fries, curries and salads.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout the Rice\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvery rice variety has its own character, and how it's milled plays an important role in the finished grain.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhite rice is produced by gently polishing the grain to remove the outer bran layer and germ. This creates a rice with a clean flavour, soft texture and reliable cooking performance, making it one of the most versatile pantry staples.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhether served alongside curries, stir fries, casseroles or grilled meats, Biodynamic White Rice cooks into light, separate grains that readily absorb the flavours of the dishes around them.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout the Growers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis rice is grown by Demeter-certified biodynamic farming families in the Riverina region of New South Wales and supplied through Biodynamic Marketing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBiodynamic agriculture views the farm as a living ecosystem, with a strong focus on healthy soils, biodiversity and working with natural biological processes. Demeter certification is one of the world's longest-established certification systems for biodynamic farming.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBy working with Australian biodynamic growers, Biodynamic Marketing helps bring locally grown grains to Australian kitchens while supporting farming systems built around long-term soil stewardship.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy We Love It\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAustralian grown by Demeter-certified biodynamic farming families.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoft, fluffy texture with a clean, delicate flavour.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA versatile rice for everyday cooking.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCooks into light, separate grains.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduced entirely in Australia.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCooking \u0026amp; Culinary Uses\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBiodynamic White Rice is an everyday pantry staple suited to a wide variety of dishes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt's ideal served alongside curries, stir fries, casseroles, grilled meats and vegetables, or used in fried rice, rice salads and stuffing. Its soft texture and ability to absorb surrounding flavours make it a versatile choice for both simple family meals and more elaborate cooking.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor sushi and risotto, don't bother rinsing , it will produce a nice sticky rice. If you would to use it as a nice fluffy side or fried rice, rinse thoroughly to remove excess starch (with 3 or 4 times not being excessive) and add 1 ¾ cup of water to 1 cup of rice. Bring to boil and let simmer for 15 minutes or water has been absorbed. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eFAQs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat makes white rice different from brown rice?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhite rice is gently polished to remove the bran layer and germ. This produces a rice with a softer texture, a milder flavour and a longer shelf life than wholegrain rice.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this white rice organic?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Demeter-certified biodynamic farming builds on organic farming principles. To achieve Demeter certification, farms must first meet organic production requirements before complying with the additional standards required for biodynamic certification. This rice is grown by Demeter-certified biodynamic farming families in Australia's Riverina region.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does biodynamic mean?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBiodynamic farming is a whole-farm approach that focuses on soil health, biodiversity and viewing the farm as an interconnected ecosystem. This rice is grown by Demeter-certified biodynamic farming families in Australia.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere is this rice grown?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis rice is grown in Australia's Riverina region by Demeter-certified biodynamic farming families and supplied through Biodynamic Marketing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this suitable for everyday cooking?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. Its clean flavour and soft, fluffy texture make it a versatile rice for everything from weeknight meals to entertaining, just give it a rinse if you want it fluffy, and don't bother if you want it to stick together.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Biodynamic Marketing","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43634929827951,"sku":"RCE-WHT-BDM-5KG","price":32.04,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0659\/3422\/9615\/files\/CopyofAustralian-grown-biodynamic-white-rice-5kg.jpg?v=1786074716","url":"https:\/\/wholesale.sovereignfoods.com.au\/products\/rice-white-biodynamic-5kg","provider":"Sovereign Foods Wholesale","version":"1.0","type":"link"}