Precooked Parboiled Long Grain Brown Rice

Long grain brown rice that has been partially boiled in the husk before milling. This process helps retain more nutrients and makes the grains separate better after cooking. It is a whole grain, meaning it contains the bran, germ, and endosperm.

Parboiling makes rice easier to cook and less likely to clump, making it suitable for convenience foods like instant rice mixes and ready-to-eat meals. It is often used in side dishes and entrees where a fluffy, separate grain texture is desired.

Brown rice is a source of fiber, vitamins, and minerals. The FDA considers whole grains like brown rice to be part of a healthy dietary pattern. JECFA has evaluated rice and rice derivatives, but no specific evaluation for precooked parboiled long grain brown rice was found. No major health controversies are associated with its consumption at typical intake levels.