Cơm gạo ST25 (ST25 Rice)
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Base Ingredient
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ST25 rice (Vietnamese fragrant rice – rinse 2–3 times before cooking)
- Clean Water
- Rice Cooker
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For: Vegetarians and Vegans
Calories per serving: ~ 160–180 kcal (per 1 small bowl ~100g cooked rice)
Key Nutrients
1. Complex Carbohydrates (35–40g)
- Source: ST25 rice
- Benefits: Provides sustained energy, supports brain function, and helps maintain stable blood sugar levels.
2. Trace Plant-Based Protein (3–4g)
- Source: Naturally present in rice
- Benefits: Complements other plant-based proteins in the diet and helps with muscle maintenance.
3. Antioxidants (small amounts)
- γ-Oryzanol & Selenium (found in rice bran, even in polished grains): May support heart health and reduce oxidative stress.
4. Essential Minerals (in modest amounts)
- Manganese, Magnesium, Phosphorus (from rice): Support energy metabolism, bone strength, and enzyme function.
1. Rinsing the rice:
- Gently rinse the rice with water 2–3 times until the water runs clear.
- Do not over-rinse, as it may wash away nutrients and the natural aroma of the rice.
2. Measuring the water:
The standard rice-to-water ratio is 1:1.
However, you can adjust the amount of water to suit your preference:
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For softer, stickier rice: add 1/4 cup more water.
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For drier, fluffier rice: reduce the water by 1/4 cup.
3. Cooking the rice:
- Dry the outside of the rice cooker pot.
- Close the lid and press the Cook button.
- After about 30 minutes, the cooker will automatically switch to Keep Warm mode.
- Let the rice rest on Keep Warm for another 5–10 minutes to enhance the flavor and texture.
4. Serving:
- Fluff the rice gently and serve warm.
Special note:
ST25 rice retains its soft, tender texture even after cooling — unlike many other varieties, it doesn’t harden and still tastes fresh hours later.
ST25 – A Grain of Pride, A Taste of Home
Nestled in the lush, fertile plains of Vietnam’s Mekong Delta, a quiet revolution in rice farming has been taking place over the past two decades. ST25, often referred to as “the pride of Vietnamese rice”, is not just a product of agriculture, but a result of relentless passion, scientific innovation, and deep-rooted love for the land.
This premium rice variety was developed by a dedicated team led by agricultural engineer Hồ Quang Cua. Their journey began with a question: “Can Vietnam grow the world’s best rice?” — a dream that took over 20 years of patient crossbreeding, trial and error, and unwavering belief in the potential of Vietnamese soil. That dream came true in 2019, when ST25 was officially named “The World’s Best Rice” at an international competition held in Manila, Philippines.
What makes ST25 extraordinary goes beyond its global accolades. The rice grains are long, slender, and pearly white. When cooked, it releases a gentle aroma reminiscent of pandan leaves and young rice. Each bite is soft, slightly chewy, and stays tender even after cooling — a rare trait that sets it apart from most other varieties.
But more than taste and texture, ST25 carries the soul of Vietnam’s agricultural spirit — humble yet ambitious, rooted in tradition yet open to innovation. Every harvest tells a story of resilience: of farmers waking before dawn to tend to their fields, of researchers carefully recording every trial, of a country striving to bring its best to the world.
Whether served alongside a rustic home meal or elevated in fine dining settings, ST25 bridges generations and geographies. It is comfort and celebration in one bowl — a warm reminder that sometimes, the simplest things hold the deepest meaning.
(ST25 – The world’s most delicious rice)