Langkornreis

long-grain rice

noun LAHNG-korn-rice Rare

Usage Note

Langkornreis is the most common rice type in German households, with grains that remain separate when cooked. Used as a side dish for Schnitzel, Gulasch, or stir-fries. Contrasts with Rundkornreis (short-grain) used for risotto.

Examples

"Langkornreis klebt beim Kochen nicht, wenn man die Körner vorher wäscht."

Natural Translation

Long-grain rice doesn't stick when cooking if you wash the grains first.

Literal Translation

Long-grain-rice sticks when cooking not, if one the grains beforehand washes.

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