How to Store Rice

Rice is an incredible food--rich in B vitamins, it is eaten throughout the developed and developing world alike. In order to enjoy both its full health benefits and its delicious flavor, though, proper storage is essential.

Instructions

1. Store unopened rice in its original package in a freezer for 3 to 7 days if you plan on storing it for an extended period. This will kill any bug infestation, and afterwards you can store in a cool, clean space. Also do this if you buy rice in bulk.

2. Use airtight containers to store rice in a cool place once you've opened it. For short periods, however, keep the rice in a non-airtight container that allows it to breathe.

3. Store the rice in a shallow, airtight or covered container after it has been cooked.

4. Refrigerate or freeze the cooked rice. Refrigerated rice keeps for a week, and frozen rice for approximately 6 months.

Tips & Warnings

• Brown rice contains more oils than milled white rice, which makes it spoil more quickly. For extended periods of storage, it should be stored in a refrigerator or freezer.

Resources

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