American Rice – CalroseWhat is Calrose Camolino Medium Grain Rice
Calrose Camolino is the most recognized medium grain variety in the world. It is the most popular of the medium grain rice varieties, making up a very large portion of the annual global rice crop. The grains are soft and stick together when cooked. It absorbs flavors beautifully and holds together well in soups and in salads. This versatile grain makes an excellent table rice and is also perfect for Spanish and Arab style dishes as well as Mediterranean and Asian cuisine such as paella, pilaf, and rice bowls or sushi. The name Camolino comes from the oil that is used to coat the rice which provides a glossiness once cooked. This is particularly preferred by middle eastern consumers.
It can also be called Egyptian Camolino Rice or Calrose Camolino Rice or Calrose. Ithas a unique taste, beautiful pearl colour and the rich and tempting aroma is irresistible.
Recommended shelf life is 24 months from the date of manufacture when stored under clean, cool, and dry conditions free from infestation.
The Camolino rice is a Japonica style rice. This means that it is best when prepared using a rice cooker. However, on the stovetop you may combine 1-3/4 cups water with 1 cup of rice. Bring to the boil over high heat. once water boils, lower heat to a simmer and cover. Cook at a simmer until water is completely absorbed and rice is tender. Remove from heat and fluff rice gently with a fork and serve.
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For Retail:POLYETHYLENE BAGS1kg, 2kg, 4kg, 5kg, 9kg, 10kg ( 2lbs, 4lbs, 5lbs, 10lbs, 20lbs)
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Origin & Pricing
Rice prices change on a weekly basis. We source our rice from the United States, Portugal, Thailand and Vietnam.
The prices below are guideline prices. Definitive pricing will be provided at the time of order. Food varietyItemPackageQuantityTEU sizeCamolino CalroseRice1kg, 5kg or 10kg25,000 kg20′Camolino CalroseRice25kg or 50kg25,000 kg20′
Specification Type SpecificationMEDIUM RICE 3%Broken (% max)3.0%Moisture (% max)14%Foreign matter (% max)0.1%Chalky kernel (% max)7.0%Damaged kernel (% max)0.5%Red & red streak kernel (% max)0.5%Yellow kernel (% max)0.5%Paddy grains/kg max15 grainAverage length of grain (mm)5.6Milling degreeWell Milled, Double PolishCrop2017
Camolino Calrose is the most recognized variety in the world. It is the most popular of the medium grain rice varieties, making up a very large portion of the annual global rice crop. The grains are soft and stick together when cooked. It absorbs flavors beautifully and holds together well in soups in salads. This versatile grain makes an excellent table rice and is also perfect for Spanish and Arab style dishes as well as Mediterranean and Asian cuisine such as paella, pilaf, and rice bowls or sushi. Camolino name comes from the oil that is used to coat the rice to provide a glossiness once cooked and preferred by middle eastern consumers.
It can also be called Egyptian Camolino Rice or Calrose Camolino Rice or Calrose simplyand itis one of the amazing varieties of rice which is non-sticky.
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