What are red and red-streaked grains in milled rice?
Red and red-streaked grains occur when part of the bran layer is still
clinging to the surface of the grain after milling. Rice consumers almost
universally desire well-milled rice because of its better appearance.
Therefore, the presence of red and red-streaked grains suggests a lower
degree of milling and subsequently, a less desirable appearance.
To view the procedure and accompanying worksheet for measuring the percentage
of red and red-streaked grains in a sample of milled rice, click here.
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