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Canning Dried White Rice for Long Term Storage

Author: Caitlin
Learn how to preserve dried white rice for long term storage. Buy in bulk to save money!
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Prep Time:5 minutes
Cook Time:0 minutes
Total Time:15 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: dried white rice, white rice, white rice storage

Equipment

  • Mason jars Ensure that the jars are clean and free from any residue.
  • Vacuum sealer machine This is essential for removing air from the jars and creating a vacuum seal.
  • Jar lids and bands Make sure the lids and bands are clean and in good condition.
  • Oxygen absorbers (optional) These can help in further reducing the oxygen content inside the jar, enhancing the rice's shelf life.

Ingredients

  • white rice

Instructions

  1. Prepare the rice: Ensure that the white rice (or your other dry food items) is clean and dry. Moisture can reduce the effectiveness of vacuum sealing.
  2. Fill the jars: Scoop the white rice into the Mason jars, leaving some headspace at the top. The headspace is necessary for the vacuum-sealing process.
  3. Optional: Add oxygen absorbers: If you have oxygen absorbers, place one or more inside each jar before sealing. This helps in removing residual oxygen that might be present.
  4. Clean the jar rims: Make sure the rim of the jar is clean and free from any rice particles. This ensures a proper seal.
  5. Attach lids and bands: Place the lids on top of the jars and screw on the bands until they are fingertip-tight. Do not overtighten.
  6. Prepare the vacuum sealer: Follow the instructions provided with your vacuum sealer machine to set it up.
  7. Vacuum seal the jars: Place each Mason jar into the vacuum sealer machine and initiate the vacuum-sealing process. The machine will remove the air from the jar and create a tight seal.
  8. Check the seal: Once the vacuum-sealing process is complete, visually inspect each jar to ensure that the lids have sealed properly. Press down on the center of the lids; they should not flex or pop.
  9. Label the jars: It's a good practice to label the jars with the contents and date of sealing.
  10. Store the sealed jars: Store the vacuum-sealed jars in a cool, dark and dry place away from direct sunlight and extreme temperatures to extend the storage life for long term food storage.

Notes

  • You can vaccum seal most of your dry pantry goods in mason jars to extend their shelf life. 
  • When properly vacuum-sealed and stored in a mason jar, dried rice can have an extended shelf life compared to rice stored in non-airtight conditions. White rice can last for 4-5 years or even longer if stored in a cool, dark place with minimal temperature fluctuations.