Looks and Taste

This rice is really a seed, not a rice. Long, unpolished kernels with an earthy, nutty flavor. Chewy texture.

Nutrition Information
It's a good source of a number of nutrients such as copper, fiber, folate, magnesium, niacin, phosphorus, vitamin B6 and zinc.

Easy Cooking
Rinse well under cold water. Bring 1 part wild rice and 3 parts salted water to a boil. Simmer, covered, for about 50 minutes.

Best Uses
An elegant but expensive way to make a special salad, side dish, or stuffing. It can be mixed with white or brown rice to make pilafs, cold salads, or even poultry stuffing. Its flavor goes well with game and dark-meat fowl.