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🧊 Step 5: The Mold Test
What to do:
Store cooked rice in an airtight container at room temperature for 2–3 days.
What it shows:
Real rice will start to mold or spoil. Plastic rice will stay strangely intact or rubbery, showing no typical signs of food decay.
🧪 Step 6: The Modern Lab Kit (Optional for 2025)
What to do:
Purchase an affordable home food authenticity kit (now available in 2025 at many grocery or online stores).
What it shows:
Some kits can test for synthetic polymers or contaminants, offering peace of mind with more accuracy.
🧬 Newer smart kitchen gadgets also feature sensors that alert users to unnatural components in food, though results should be confirmed with multiple methods.
✅ Final Thoughts
Although confirmed cases of plastic rice are extremely rare, being aware and informed never hurts. If rice behaves strangely during cooking, gives off a chemical smell, or fails multiple tests, it’s best not to eat it and contact your local food safety authority.
When possible, buy from trusted brands or suppliers, and always store rice in airtight containers in a cool, dry place.
Would you like a printable checklist or video tutorial version of these steps? Just let me know—I’d be happy to help!
