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Visual Inspection
Spread rice on a white surface. Look for unnatural shine, uniform plastic-like texture, or suspicious smell.
Water Float Test
Drop a handful of rice into a glass of water. If it floats, it could contain synthetic materials. Real rice usually sinks.
Fire Test
Carefully burn a few grains with a lighter. If the rice smells like burning plastic or melts, it may be fake.
Boiling Test
Cook a small batch. Fake rice may remain hard or dissolve unnaturally. Real rice softens consistently.
Crush Test
Crush a grain with a spoon. Real rice breaks into powder; fake rice may have a rubbery or plastic-like resistance.
Serving and storage tips:
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