Bario White Rice

Description : A marble white small grain variety cultivated traditionally by the indigenous Kelabit tribe from the Bario Highlands at the north-eastern centre mountainous region of Sarawak. The rice has a distinguished sweet taste which comes from being cultivated (1000m above sea level) in a cool, pure, unpolluted environment and irrigated by pristine clear mountain waters. The Bario Rice is one of Sarawak’s rice awarded a Geographical Indication (GI) status. The rice is aromatic with a soft and slightly sticky texture when cooked.

Characteristics : Small grain, Small size, Marble White colour

Texture : Slight sticky

Taste : Sweet & Light

Aroma : Pleasant

Anti-Oxidant Level : Low

Nutrients : Iron, Protein & Thiamin

Ideal for : Steamed rice, Fried rice, Porridge, Sushi & Asian cuisin