Description

Golden Star is a highly popular, premium-tier grocery brand best known for its sourcing of high-quality Asian grain varieties. While they produce several types of rice, the brand is globally famous for its flagship product: Golden Star Thai Hom Mali Jasmine Rice.

Launched in 1985, the brand centers its identity on freshness, packing its grains directly at the source during the peak harvest season.

Flagship Product: Thai Hom Mali Jasmine Rice

This is Golden Star’s crown jewel. It carries the official “Thai Hom Mali” designation, which is a strict stamp of authenticity guaranteeing that the rice is grown in the unique soil and climate conditions of Thailand.

• Aroma & Taste: It features a naturally sweet, subtle popcorn- or pandan-like nutty aroma that releases as it cooks. The taste has a very slight, natural sweetness.

• Texture: As a long-grain rice, it cooks up incredibly soft and moist. The grains cling together slightly but are not mushy, making it the perfect vehicle for soaking up rich sauces, curries, and stews.

• Nutritional Profile: It is naturally gluten-free, cholesterol-free, sodium-free, and low-fat, containing about 180 calories and 3 grams of protein per quarter-cup dry serving.

Product Line Breakdown

Over the years, Golden Star has expanded its catalog to cater to different culinary needs and convenient cooking styles.

Cooking & Preparation Tips

Because Golden Star Jasmine rice is packed fresh, it retains its natural moisture well.

• The Golden Ratio: For stovetop cooking, a 1:1.25 or 1:1.5 ratio (1 cup of rice to 1.25 or 1.5 cups of water) keeps it light and fluffy.

• The Secret to Fried Rice: If you plan to make chicken fried rice with it, cook the rice a day in advance and let it dry out in the fridge overnight. Freshly cooked jasmine rice contains too much moisture and will cause fried rice to turn gummy in the pan.