Physicochemical Characterization and Consumer Acceptance by Asian Consumers of Aromatic Jasmine Rice

Abstract

ABSTRACT: Physicochemical properties and acceptance by Asian consumers in the United States of 3 commercially U. S.‐grown and 12 imported jasmine rice samples were evaluated. Rice kernels, flour, and starch were characterized for physical, chemical, pasting, and thermal properties. Amylose content, gel type, hardness‐to‐stickiness ratio, surface fat, protein, and pasting properties significantly affected the eating and cooking qualities and physical appearances of the rice samples; these variables were key to distinguishing the major quality differences and to differentiating U. S.‐grown from imported jasmine rice. Data collected from this study could be useful to rice producers, importers, or rice breeders for understanding the physicochemical characteristics of aromatic jasmine rice and its acceptance by Asian consumers.