A truly wild rice, wild-harvested in the pristine waters of the Great Lakes region in Canada. Traditionally wood-parched for preservation and to impart a subtle smoky flavor. This wild rice is scarified, meaning the surface has been gently scratched making it more permeable to water and allowing it to cook up soft and chewy in significantly less time. This is a truly wild harvest, never sprayed, never fertilized. Tended to only by the ecology and the elements it thrives in. Every September it’s harvested at peak maturity and traditionally processed to retain optimal nutrition and a unique flavor profile. With up to 3 times the protein of white rice, more minerals and phytonutrients, this is a powerful domestic staple that is a major upgrade to conventional carbohydrates. Experience the rare and sacred gift of manoomin, the “good seed” in Ojibwe, a language spoken by the Anishinaabe people. We owe them a deep debt of gratitude for preserving this plant relative and carrying forward humanity’s connection to it. More than a superfood it’s a sacred food. *Limited Seasonal Harvest Specifications: Species: Zizania palustris Harvest Method: Airboat harvested Processing: Wood-parched and mechanically cleaned Grain Type: Whole, long grain Origin: Great Lakes Region, Canada Shelf Life: Minimum 36 months. When stored dry and airtight, wild rice remains stable for many years. Storage: Cool, dry conditions
