Rancho Gordo California Brown Rice

A good pot of beans deserves equally good rice. Grown and freshly milled in California by Chico Rice for Rancho Gordo, this medium-grain Japonica brown rice has a nutty flavor and a tender, pleasantly chewy texture.

Serve it alongside heirloom beans with a spoonful of their cooking broth, build a grain bowl with roasted vegetables, or dress it with extra virgin olive oil and fresh herbs for a simple side dish.

Flavor & Texture: Nutty, tender, and pleasantly chewy.
Best Uses: Heirloom beans, grain bowls, rice salads, and vegetable-forward side dishes.

Why We Love It

This rice brings its own character to the plate rather than simply taking a supporting role. We especially love the contrast of its gentle chew with creamy heirloom beans—a satisfying combination that makes two everyday staples worth savoring.

A Complete Protein Pairing

Rice and beans complement each other in more ways than flavor. Their proteins work together to provide a complete plant-based protein pairing, supplying all nine essential amino acids—the building blocks of protein your body must get from food. It’s another reason to serve this nutty brown rice alongside your favorite heirloom beans