China is the world's largest rice producer, producing more than 200 tons of rice each year, but according to the Korean Times, the plastic in the rice makes it extremely harmful.
According to this report, fake rice made of plastic and potato starch and steamed with rice aroma is sold by Chinese rice companies. To deceive the customers, this rice is then combined with organic rice.
This sparked more research to determine the veracity of these claims, and regrettably, the results were startling!
The amount of plastic in the Chinese rice was equivalent to a small plastic bag. However, there are some distinctions between the two that can be used to identify the artificial one, such as:
Test 1: Water
Pour a tablespoon of the rice in a glass full of water. If the rice falls to the bottom, it is organic.
Test 2: Fire
Light a few rice kernels, and if they do not burn, they are organic. While the opposite case will indicate that the rice is fake.
Test 3: Mortar and pestle
Crush several rice grains, and if organic, the rice will become a white powder, and if you notice yellow stains, it is artificial.
Test 4: Mold
Cook some rice in water and transfer it to a plastic container. Leave it in a sunny spot for a few days, and if you notice mold afterward, it is organic.
These tests are simple and easy but will help you protect your health and detect the origin of the rice you intend to consume.