While short-grain is a variety of brown rice that tends to stick together once cooked, all brown rice needs to be stored using the same techniques. Brown rice goes rancid quickly due to the oil located in the bran layer of the rice. Storing the short-grain brown rice in the refrigerator or freezer helps to prolong the storage life, but many people also prefer to store the rice in the kitchen pantry. Add this to my Recipe Box.
Instructions
Refrigerator
1. Pour the brown short-grain rice into an airtight container.
2. Place the container in the coldest section of the refrigerator.
3. Store the short-grain brown rice for up to 6 months if uncooked. Cooked brown rice will last for up to 5 days.
Freezer
4. Pour the brown rice into a freezer container or bag. Remove the air from the freezer bag.
5. Place the brown rice into the freezer.
6. Store the short-grain rice for up to 12 months in the freezer. Cooked brown rice will last for up to 6 months in the freezer.
Pantry
7. Place the brown rice in an airtight container or storage bag. You can also store the rice in a vacuum-sealed bag. Removing the excess air will help prolong the storage life.
8. Store the sealed brown rice in the pantry or a dark and cool location.
9. Consume or use the brown rice within 6 months for best results.
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