Is this black rice the glutinous sticky kind or is it non-glutinous? I'm looking for a non-glutinous black rice if possible.
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It's hard to say. It's sticky to a degree, but not as sticky as traditionally "sticky" rice. I don't know if steaming your rice would make any difference either. Sometimes rice can be prepared in certain ways to make it more or less sticky too. However, my experience with rice is that you must watch it when it's cooking. Watching it may be the key in determining when it has reached the consistency that you desire. Sticky or not, this is some really good rice! I have to re-order soon. This rice would be sooo beautiful to plate if it could be cooked without it becoming stcky though, but I just eat it for the health benfits. It's hard to say. It's sticky to a degree, but not as sticky as traditionally "sticky" rice. I don't know if steaming your rice would make any difference either. Sometimes rice can be prepared in certain ways to make it more or less sticky too. However, my experience with rice is that you must watch it when it's cooking. Watching it may be the key in determining when it has reached the consistency that you desire. Sticky or not, this is some really good rice! I have to re-order soon. This rice would be sooo beautiful to plate if it could be cooked without it becoming stcky though,... » Read More It's hard to say. It's sticky to a degree, but not as sticky as traditionally "sticky" rice. I don't know if steaming your rice would make any difference either. Sometimes rice can be prepared in certain ways to make it more or less sticky too. However, my experience with rice is that you must watch it when it's cooking. Watching it may be the key in determining when it has reached the consistency that you desire. Sticky or not, this is some really good rice! I have to re-order soon. This rice would be sooo beautiful to plate if it could be cooked without it becoming stcky though, but I just eat it for the health benfits. « Show Less
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Not sure but what I DO Know is that the only rice that is natural is Wild Rice (long grain). Any other rice white, brown, black ect. ect. is a hybrid & contains starch. In the cooking process the starch tends to get sticky that's why white rice especially tends to stick to the sides and bottom of the pot. Out of all hybrid rice black rice is the least starchy but I would just buy the wild rice because the molecular structure is complete because its native to the earth (meaning it was found by man not made by man)Wild Rice is starchless (well at least the Non GMO kind)
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No, not sticky. There are several kinds/brands of black rice. This one is my favorite! I love his rice!
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Not sure what you mean by glutinous. This rice is awesome, doesn't stick together aftrer cooking. Taste great! However, if you are asking if there is glutin in the rice I can't help you there. Try this rice, and you too will think it's a keeper.
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Not sure but what I DO Know is that the only rice that is natural is Wild Rice (long grain). Any other rice white, brown, black ect. ect. is a hybrid & contains starch. In the cooking process the starch tends to get sticky that's why white rice especially tends to stick to the sides and bottom of the pot. Out of all hybrid rice black rice is the least starchy but I would just buy the wild rice because the molecular structure is complete because its native to the earth (meaning it was found by man not made by man) Wild Rice is starchless (well at least the Non GMO kind)
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This claim is false. I have bought this product and can contend that it is most certainly black rice. It has a thicker shell and a nuttier taste; if one has reported the running of "dye" it's simply the result of any normal black rice. Before cooking, you're supposed to rinse black rice because the outer shell needs to be softened and cleaned. The rinse water is usually a purple brown color, but this is natural and is the same with any black rice product from any company.
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It is sticky rice, but I have never used it for sushi. I imagine it would be good, but haven't tried it myself
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The answer Kazuko provided is correct - no flour sticky rice, only regular whole sweet rice... The machine does an excellent job of pounding and producing the mochi paste... The instructions provided are quite simple and clear... We've enjoyed our machine and have bought a couple others as gifts...
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It's a grain. Keep it dry, in a sealed jar and it should last years, like rice, just keep it bug free. BUT, DON'T LET IT SIT ON THE BACK OF THE SHELF!. It is a better nutritional substitute for rice. Makes a great pancake with any vegetable you like. Just add an egg, liquid of your choice and pancake mix (gluten free, etc) and it's a great side for any meal. I made carrot soup, millet pancakes for my 2 yr old grand son. He devoured it.
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I learned about this stuff in a nutrition class by Kevin and Ginny Freeman. K & G Wellness ( check them out on Facebook and their website.) out of Owosso, Michigan a few years ago. I have never cooked it but just added it to my cereal, salad or whatever to beef up the protein numbers for my meals or snacks. That's me the non cooker. There are recipes on the package for cooking but I've never used them. It's crunchy like Grape Nuts, maybe not as hard. I love the stuff. Hope you try it.
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I agree with the other responder. Great out the jar. It's amazing on banana once it's warmed up a bit so it's soft. Get some and try it out.
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No, not all types of rice are gluten free. gluten is sprinkled on just about everything these days, even salads. But this brand does label gluten free so it is safe!
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I agree with Teddy Bear's Mom that the packaging has no mention. You might find some that is gluten free by searching the official website of Rice Select at www.riceselect.com. If there is none, I would recommend the for-sure gluten-free product "Bob's Red Mill Organic Whole Grain Quinoa." Amazon or Amazon Marketplace sells it. I actually like it better than the Rice Select Royal Blend, Whole Grain.
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I honestly do not know. As with a lot of natural food and else they bleed some color. that is why the natives use them to dye fabric and other items. I just know that the black rice is very good and has a wonderful flavor.
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Hate to say it, but I'm having the same experience. I'm definitely following the instructions correctly (correct measure, filling to the right line, fluffing, etc.), but my brown rice (all we use) is coming out mushy every time. I've tried a few varieties with the same results.Anyone have any ideas?
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Actually this unit, my 3 cup did not have a sticky rice setting. But I found advice out at Zojirushi that said rinse the rice as you would for sticky rice (strain it until there is no white color in the water), and then let it dry for 30 minutes, use the normal white rice setting. perfect sticky rice.
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I believe they are sticky. I cook them till the water is gone. And I don't rinse them like rice.
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Yes! According to my doctor, this is the best GLUTEN FREE and SOY FREE alternative to soy sauce. It is a little sweeter than soy sauce, but still tastes good on rice and works great in recipes!! Happy Eating, Brooke
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I am not sure what you mean sticky. However, I like the millet a lot. I will buy more after consuming current bag.
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It is white, sticky rice. Very yummy. My wife says it is as close to "real" Japanese rice as can be bought in USA.
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No, it's not chewy if you cook it properly, meaning don't overcook it. This blend has a nice mixture of the Texmati brown and also has wild rice and wheat and rye berries so those add nice texture as well. I haven't bought any other brand of rice since discovering this. I don't follow the cooking instructions though. I cook it strictly in chicken stock and never add butter. I've actually joined the automatic delivery system. If you like it once you've tried it, I highly recommend the automatic delivery because it is much cheaper that way and shipping is always free, even if the price doesn't meet Amazon's minimum purchase requirements for free shipping. No, it's not chewy if you cook it properly, meaning don't overcook it. This blend has a nice mixture of the Texmati brown and also has wild rice and wheat and rye berries so those add nice texture as well. I haven't bought any other brand of rice since discovering this. I don't follow the cooking instructions though. I cook it strictly in chicken stock and never add butter. I've actually joined the automatic delivery system. If you like it once you've tried it, I highly recommend the automatic delivery because it is much cheaper that way and shipping is always free, even if the... » Read More No, it's not chewy if you cook it properly, meaning don't overcook it. This blend has a nice mixture of the Texmati brown and also has wild rice and wheat and rye berries so those add nice texture as well. I haven't bought any other brand of rice since discovering this. I don't follow the cooking instructions though. I cook it strictly in chicken stock and never add butter. I've actually joined the automatic delivery system. If you like it once you've tried it, I highly recommend the automatic delivery because it is much cheaper that way and shipping is always free, even if the price doesn't meet Amazon's minimum purchase requirements for free shipping. « Show Less