Nat's Jasmine Rice

Jasmine rice is a long-grain rice originally from Thailand with a slightly sticky texture when cooked - not as sticky as sushi rice, but softer and more tender than regular long-grain white rice. It has that gorgeous floral aroma and a subtly sweet flavour that regular white rice doesn't have. This is why it's the preferred rice for curries and Thai or Vietnamese dishes - it complements aromatic, spicy flavours perfectly and has just enough stickiness to be easy to eat with chopsticks or a fork.

Jasmine rice freezes brilliantly, which is why Nat's rice is perfect for keeping on hand. The texture stays lovely and fluffy after freezing and reheating. The key is reheating it properly with a tablespoon of water, which creates steam and brings the rice back to life. Many people actually prefer making or buying rice in batches and freezing it because it's so convenient and the quality stays great for months.

Jasmine rice gets its distinctive floral aroma from a natural compound that's released during cooking. It's why it's called jasmine - the scent is reminiscent of jasmine flowers! This fragrance is one of the reasons jasmine rice is so popular in Asian cuisine. When you reheat Nat's jasmine rice, you'll get that beautiful aroma filling your kitchen, making your meal feel extra special even though it only took a few minutes to prepare.