Chieftain Wild Rice
Chieftain Wild Rice began as a small operation out of their garage. They have their own network of farmers in Aitkin, Minnesota who grow their rice. They process and distribute the wild rice at their facility in Spooner, Wisconsin, ensuring the quality of their rice Additionally environmentally friendly practices are used and they strive towards sustainable farming. After harvesting they process the rice in small batches with Scarification (Scratching the outer germ and bran layer), which gives the rice an exceptionally high yield 4 - 4 1/2 cups of cooked rice per one cup of dry. Then they Dry Roast the rice, which is a centuries old processing method that produces a rich, distinct flavor. Instead of parboiling the rice, which adds moisture and can result in a musty flavor. Dry Roasting reduces the water left in the kernel . As a result, from farm to kitchen you are guaranteed a natural, flavorful wild rice.
All of the products are Gluten Free
Parboiled Brown Rice, Dry Roasted Wild Rice®, Dehydrated Carrots and Celery, and Red Rice.
Northwoods Blend combines the chewy texture of colorful vegetables for a rich, savory blend. This colorful blend makes it great for salads and delicious as a side option for wild game, beef, and pork. Add sautéed mushrooms, onions, and your choice of meat to Northwoods Blend for tasty fried rice!
Parboiled White Rice, Cranberries (Cranberries, Sugar, Sunflower Oil), Wild Rice, Pepitas.
Slightly sweet cranberries and crunchy roasted pepitas, paired with our Dry Roasted Wild Rice and white rice give this blend beautiful, rich color and a lightly sweet flavor. Roasted Pepitas (pumpkin seeds) give this blend a slightly chewy texture that is unique. Use as a gluten-free alternative to stuffing in wild game, poultry, sea bass, and pork.
Parboiled White Rice, Job's Tears, Wild Rice, Black Quinoa, Green Split Peas, and Yellow Split Peas.
Rustic Medley is a colorful gluten-free blend that will brighten any menu! This blend of legumes, grains, and rice is great for salads, sides, and soups, or as bedding for fish and seafood.
Dry Roasted Wild Rice®, Parboiled Brown Rice, Red Rice, and Job's Tears.
Enjoy the complexity of this whole-grain blend with deep amber colors. A wholesome and nutritious selection for chefs who like hearty grains. Deep nutty flavors make this blend perfect for wraps as well as rice cakes and stuffing for wild game.
Par-boiled Brown Rice, Premium Wild Rice, Bolete Mushroom Pieces, Red Rice, Red Quinoa.
Chefs will enjoy the savory flavor of our wild rice and mushroom blend. With the deep, rich colors of whole grains and rice, this blend is gluten-free and delicious in stuffing, soups, rice cakes, wraps, casseroles, and warm and cold salads. Use this blend to compliment ostrich, bear, elk, caribou, venison, duck, goose, pheasant, beef, pork, and chicken.
100% Minnesota grown Dry Roasted Wild Rice
Dry Roasted Wild Rice® is a delicious accompaniment to wild game and beef entrees. Use in soups, salads, and stuffings. High in protein, low in fat, wild rice is a tasty alternative to pasta and potatoes as side dish options.
Dry Roasted Wild Rice, Brown Rice, Kibbled Mushrooms, Carrot/Celery Mix, Red Rice, Job's Tears, Black Rice Beans, Red Quinoa, and Red Bell Pepper.
Chieftain's Wild Rice Lumberjack Soup is a rich, hearty blend of wild, brown, and red rice, mushrooms, grains, chunks of vegetables, and black rice beans. Season with our garlic, herb or savory seasoning and you'll have a sensational soup that is packed with flavor!
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