{"product_id":"kenyalang-adan-white-rice-1kg","title":"Kenyalang Adan Heirloom White Rice","description":"\u003cp\u003eA rare, GI-certified heirloom white rice from the traditional paddy fields of Ba'kelalan and Bario in the northeast Borneo Highlands of Sarawak, Malaysia. Cultivated by the Lun Bawang and Kelabit tribes at 1,000 metres above sea level using rain-fed, single-crop farming passed down through generations. One harvest per year — no shortcuts, no mass production, just heritage grain grown the way it has been for centuries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Kenyalang Adan Is a Grain Like No Other\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🏔️ \u003cstrong\u003eGI-Certified Heirloom Variety\u003c\/strong\u003e — Adan is one of only three rice varieties in Sarawak awarded Geographical Indication (GI) status, the same legal protection system used for Champagne and Thai Hom Mali. Only rice grown in the designated highlands of Ba'kelalan and Bario can be called Adan.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🌾 \u003cstrong\u003eLun Bawang \u0026amp; Kelabit Heritage, Single Annual Crop\u003c\/strong\u003e — grown by the Lun Bawang tribe in Ba'kelalan, Long Semadoh and by the Kelabit tribe in Bario using traditional rain-fed cultivation. One season, one crop per year. Tall plants, deep roots, naturally irrigated by clean mountain water — the way rice was meant to grow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🤝 \u003cstrong\u003eFair Trade Initiative\u003c\/strong\u003e — Kenyalang's \"Grains of Hope\" program ensures your purchase directly supports indigenous farming communities in Sarawak. Ethical sourcing, fair prices for farmers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🍚 \u003cstrong\u003eSoft, Fluffy, Slightly Sticky\u003c\/strong\u003e — aromatic with a pleasant fragrance. Cooks to a tender, fluffy texture with a gentle chew. Small grain, marble white, with a subtle sweet taste. The perfect everyday rice with genuine character.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e💪 \u003cstrong\u003eModerate Glycemic Index\u003c\/strong\u003e — supports blood sugar stability and sustained energy. A smart choice for those managing their sugar intake.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🌿 \u003cstrong\u003ePesticide-Free\u003c\/strong\u003e — traditionally cultivated without chemical pesticides, nourished by clean, unpolluted mountain water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePerfect For...\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e👨👩👧👦 Daily Home Cooking:\u003c\/strong\u003e Adan's soft, slightly sticky texture and pleasant aroma make it the perfect everyday rice for steamed rice, fried rice, and porridge. The 1kg pack is ideal for regular family use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🍣 Asian Cuisine \u0026amp; Sushi:\u003c\/strong\u003e The short grain and sticky texture when cooked make Adan an excellent choice for sushi, onigiri, and other Asian dishes where the rice needs to hold together beautifully.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e👶 Families with Young Children:\u003c\/strong\u003e The soft, tender texture is easy to chew and gentle on young stomachs. A natural, pesticide-free choice for nourishing family meals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🥗 Health-Conscious Households:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cultivated without chemicals and offering a moderate Glycemic Index for better blood glucose regulation. Rich in natural antioxidants and packed with Iron, Protein and Thiamin for everyday wellness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout Adan Rice\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdan is an indigenous heirloom rice variety from the highlands of Ba'kelalan and Bario in Sarawak, Malaysia. It is traditionally cultivated by the Lun Bawang and Kelabit tribes using rain-fed farming — no irrigation systems, just natural rainfall from unpolluted mountain water. The rice plants grow tall with deep roots that draw nutrients from the mineral-rich Borneo soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdan is a single-crop variety — one harvest per year. This slow growth cycle produces denser, more flavourful grains than multi-crop commercial rice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdan rice is one of only three rice varieties in Sarawak to receive Geographical Indication (GI) certification from the Malaysian government, alongside Bajong rice (from Lubok Nibong, Betong) and Biris rice (from Simunjan). GI certification legally protects the variety's origin and authenticity — the same international system used to protect Champagne, Parmigiano-Reggiano, and Thai Hom Mali rice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e👩🍳 Cooking Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor steamed rice:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use 1.2 cups water to 1 cup Adan rice. Rinse gently before cooking. Simmer for 15–20 minutes until tender. Let rest 10 minutes before fluffing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor porridge:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use 6–8 cups water to 1 cup Adan rice. Simmer gently for 40–50 minutes until creamy. 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Order your Adan white rice today and taste a grain that tells the story of Sarawak's highlands, rivers, and indigenous heritage.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kenyalang","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44198424346711,"sku":"ADAN WHITE 1KG","price":12.5,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/9192\/5079\/files\/ADAN_1KG.png?v=1787731655","url":"https:\/\/riceandshine.com.sg\/products\/kenyalang-adan-white-rice-1kg","provider":"Rice\u0026Shine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}