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Brown Jasmine Rice: A Whole Grain That Is Good For Your Health
BROWN JASMINE RICE:
A Whole Grain that is Good for your Health
Brown jasmine rice is a long-grain variety of rice native to Thailand and widely used in Southeast Asian cuisines. Jasmine rice is traditionally served with stir-fries, grilled meats, and rich coconut curries. While white rice is common, brown rice is a whole food that offers more nutritional value.
Health Benefits of Brown Jasmine Rice
As a whole grain, brown jasmine rice retains its bran and germ layers, making it an excellent source of fiber, B vitamins, magnesium, and plant-based antioxidants (Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, n.d.). These nutrients support digestion including cardiovascular health which makes it a hearty option to eat. Whole grains have also been associated with a lower risk of chronic diseases such as type 2 diabetes, obesity, and heart disease (Whole Grains Council, n.d.). Brown jasmine rice is easy to digest which promotes balanced blood sugars.
Honey-Glazed Salmon with Brown Jasmine Rice
When selecting brown rice for healthy meals opt in for organic if possible. This simple honey-glazed salmon with brown jasmine rice will leave your palette quenching in delight.
Serving: 2
Total Time: ~40 minutes
Ingredients:
- 2 salmon fillets
- 1 tbsp whole food honey
- ½ cup brown jasmine rice (uncooked)
- 1 tsp olive oil
Optional:
- garlic powder
- Salt
- pepper
Instructions:
- Rince the brown jasmine rice in water to clean it. In a pot combine the ½ cup of brown jasmine rice with 1 cup of water. Let it boil and cover to cook for about 30 minutes until it is soft.
- While rice is cooking, prepare the salmon and glaze it with 1 tbsp of honey and season it with garlic powder or your choice of flavor.
- Bake the salmon at 375°F for 12–15 minutes on a pan with olive oil.
- Serve salmon in a bowl with the brown jasmine rice.
Remember that brown rice can be paired with any proteins, vegetables and sauces, but this whole grain is simple and easy to make and good for your health!
References
Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health. (n.d.). Rice. The Nutrition Source. https://nutritionsource.hsph.harvard.edu/food-features/rice/
Whole Grains Council. (n.d.). What’s a whole grain?. https://wholegrainscouncil.org/whole-grains-101/whats-whole-grain-refined-grain
Amador, A. (2025). Honey-Glazed Salmon with Brown Jasmine Rice [Original recipe].