Wild Rice 1kg

Elevate your meals with Spice n Easy's Premium Wild Rice. Not a true rice but an aquatic grass seed, authentic wild rice is renowned for its long, dark grains, distinctive chewy texture, and rich, nutty, and smoky flavour profile. A gourmet staple in North American cuisine, it’s a fantastic way to add visual drama, fascinating texture, and a powerful nutritional boost to your cooking.

Naturally gluten-free and higher in protein and fibre than white or brown rice, wild rice is a brilliant choice for health-conscious cooks and anyone looking to explore more whole grains in their diet.

Key Benefits & Features

• Authentic Long Grain: Features the classic long, dark black grains that split open when cooked, revealing a lighter interior.

• Rich, Nutty Flavour: Offers a deep, complex, and smoky taste that is far more robust than traditional rice varieties.

• Excellent Nutritional Profile: A natural source of plant-based protein, dietary fibre, antioxidants, and essential minerals.

• Superb Texture: Cooks to a firm, chewy, and satisfying texture that holds up well in stuffings, salads, and pilafs.

• Naturally Gluten-Free: A perfect whole-grain option for those with gluten sensitivities or celiac disease.

• Gourmet Ingredient: Adds a touch of elegance and sophistication to everyday meals and special occasion feasts.

• Unlock the Gourmet Potential of Wild Rice

  Looking for a nutritious and flavourful rice alternative in New Zealand? Spice n Easy's Wild Rice is a culinary treasure waiting to be discovered. Prized for its unique appearance and deep, earthy flavour, it transforms simple dishes into extraordinary culinary experiences.

  Why Choose Authentic Wild Rice?

  True wild rice is a speciality product, different from the blended "wild rice mixes" often found in supermarkets. Our product is 100% authentic, giving you the pure, unadulterated flavour and texture that makes this grain so special. Its long cooking time is a testament to its whole-grain, unprocessed nature, resulting in a chewy bite and a flavour that stands up to robust herbs, mushrooms, and nuts.

  How to Use Wild Rice in Your Kitchen:

  • Thanksgiving & Festive Stuffings: A traditional and essential ingredient for a classic, textured poultry stuffing.

  • Hearty Pilafs & Risottos: Create stunning side dishes by blending with brown rice, mushrooms, onions, and herbs.

  • Robust Salads: Makes a superb base for grain salads. Combine with dried cranberries, roasted squash, pecans, and a tangy vinaigrette for a fall-inspired meal.

  • Gourmet Soup Add-In: Adds substance and a nutty flavour to creamy soups and broths.

  • A Nutrient-Packed Side: Serve simply cooked as a sophisticated side dish for roasted meats, poultry, or fish.

  Cooking Tip: For a more complex flavour and to reduce cooking time, soak wild rice in cold water for several hours or overnight before cooking.

  A Whole Grain for the Discerning Cook

  At Spice n Easy, we are dedicated to providing Kiwis with authentic, high-quality ingredients from around the world. Our Wild Rice is a testament to that commitment—a versatile, nutrient-dense, and delicious whole grain that encourages culinary creativity and adds a touch of gourmet flair to your cooking.

  Add a bag of this unique culinary ingredient to your cart and start experimenting!