Azure Market Wild Rice

Wild rice isn't literally rice at all. It's the seed of Zizania palustris, a tall, blooming water grass that prospers in shallow lakes, marshes and streams, the only cereal grain native to the North American continent. It grows naturally in the Great Lakes region of Minnesota.

Highly nutritious, wild rice contains more than 12% protein uncooked, significantly more than common white rice or most other grains. It is high in complex carbohydrates and is a good source of fiber. In contrast, its sodium content is refreshingly low.  Wild rice is easy to prepare; the longer it cooks, the softer and fluffier the grains become. Simmering in broth or wine gives wild rice a rich, full-bodied taste, and its flavor can be further enhanced by adding chopped vegetables, nuts or fruit.

Uncooked wild rice will keep almost indefinitely, when stored in an airtight container. Cooked, it will keep for 10-14 days refrigerated, or can be frozen up to 6 months. 

Uncooked wild rice will keep almost indefinitely when stored in an airtight container.  Cooked, it will keep up to 10 days refrigerated or can be frozen to use later.

• Non-GMO
• Kosher

Azure Market products that are re-packaged by Azure for your convenience are packaged in a Facility that meets the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) standards which includes an approved allergen control program.

Serving Size 1/4 cup (45g)
Calories 160
Total Fat 1g 2%
---Saturated Fat 0g 0%
---Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg 0%
Sodium 0mg 0%
Total Carbohydrate 33g 11%
---Dietary Fiber 3g 12%
---Total Sugars 1g
------Includes 0g Added Sugars 0%
Protein 4g
Vitamin D 0mcg 0%
Calcium 0mg 0%
Iron 0.32mg 4%
Potassium 0mg 0%
*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Ingredients

wild rice

Directions

Add 1 cup wild rice to 4 cups boiling water. Reduce heat, cover and simmer 55-65 minutes or until desired texture. Drain excess liquid and season to taste. Enhance the flavor of wild rice by cooking in chicken broth, bouillon, or soup mix. The texture can be varied the longer it cooks, the softer and fluffier the grain becomes.