Middlins can truly shine on any table.
Made with high-quality Carolina Gold rice, middlins is an extremely simple dishyou really can’t mess it up.
Each grain of rice holds its integrity, with a slight chewy consistency.
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Stir thoroughly or massage rice with your hands, and drain.
Repeat this procedure 3 or 4 times until water is crystal clear.
Cover rice with fresh cold water, and soak 30 minutes; drain.
Bring to a boil over medium-high.
Add soaked rice to boiling water, and stir well.
Return to a boil, and stir again.
Reduce heat to low, and stir one more time.
Cover and simmer, undisturbed, until all liquid is absorbed, 10 to 12 minutes.
Remove from heat, and let stand, covered, 7 minutes.
Add butter, and fluff rice with a fork until butter is melted.
Season with additional salt to taste.
Garnish and serve:
Transfer to a serving bowl.
Garnish rice with toasted benne seeds and thinly sliced scallions.
