Green Rice & Five Grain Mix (Oryza sativa) — Red Yeast Rice, Black Rice, Red Rice Whole Grains
Price range: $4.53 through $4.85
Description
Green Rice and Five Grain Mix (Oryza sativa, plus black rice, red rice, and red yeast rice) is a traditional whole-grain food blend rooted in Chinese grain-based nourishment. Known in Chinese food culture as Wǔ Gǔ Zá Liáng (五谷杂粮), this combination of green rice, black rice, red rice, and red yeast rice has been prized for centuries as a daily staple used in congee, steamed grain bowls, and restorative grain tonics. The grains are sweet and neutral in nature, making them a gentle, everyday food for supporting the Spleen and Stomach and harmonizing the middle burner.
Key Selling Points
- Traditional five-grain whole-food blend
- Includes green rice, black rice, red rice, and red yeast rice
- Food-herb (药食同源) grain ingredients
- Suitable for congee, steamed grains, and grain tonics
- Bulk-friendly edible agricultural product
Quality & Sensory
Each batch is selected for plump, evenly sized grains with a natural luster. Green rice shows a pale jade-green hue, black rice a deep glossy near-black, red rice a warm russet tone, and red yeast rice a rich burgundy-red. When cooked, the grains plump and soften, releasing a mild, nutty, slightly sweet aroma. The cooked blend is tender yet chewy, with a gentle earthy sweetness that carries well in congee and steamed grain dishes.
Technical Specifications
| Product Type | Whole Grain Food Blend |
|---|---|
| Main Ingredient | Green Rice |
| Additional Grains | Black Rice, Red Rice, Red Yeast Rice |
| Form | Whole Dried Grains |
| Packaging Specification | Red Yeast Rice 500 g |
| Storage Condition | Room Temperature |
Usage Scenarios
- Multigrain congee and porridge
- Steamed whole-grain rice bowls
- Grain-based soups and tonics
- Daily staple grain rotation
- Bulk household grain storage
Traditional Uses
In folk grain-based practice, five-grain blends are simmered into congee, steamed into daily staple bowls, and cooked into gentle grain tonics for seasonal nourishment. Green rice, black rice, and red rice are commonly combined with jujube, goji berry, lotus seed, or job's tears in congee to support everyday Spleen and Stomach wellness. Red yeast rice has its own long history in Chinese food culture, traditionally used in grain dishes and fermented preparations. Together, these grains are placed back into daily life as a nourishing, grounding staple.
FAQ Q&A
Q: What is Green Rice and Five Grain Mix?
A: It is a whole-grain food blend centered on green rice and combined with black rice, red rice, and red yeast rice. In Chinese food culture it is known as Wǔ Gǔ Zá Liáng (五谷杂粮), a traditional daily staple grain combination.
Q: What is the traditional wellness value of these grains?
A: In traditional Chinese food wellness culture, whole grains such as green rice, black rice, and red rice are associated with supporting the Spleen and Stomach and harmonizing the middle burner. They are used as gentle, everyday nourishment in congee and grain tonics.
Q: How do I cook the five-grain blend?
A: Rinse the grains and simmer them in water for congee, or steam them as a whole-grain rice bowl. Soaking the grains beforehand can shorten cooking time. Adjust the grain-to-water ratio to your preferred texture.
Additional information
| Weight | N/A |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | N/A |
| Packaging specifications | 500 grams of green rice, 500 grams of red rice, 500g black rice, 500g red yeast rice |
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