# item.guide
Side-by-Side Comparison Staple Grains & Cereals

Jasmine Rice (Fragrant White) vs. Pearl Barley

Comparing 2 standards across 10 specifications. 10 key differences identified.

Comparing:
Jasmine Rice (Fragrant White)
Pearl Barley

Jasmine rice (Thai Hom Mali) is an aromatic long-grain white rice containing natural 2-acetyl-1-pyrroline floral aromas. Per 100g raw, it provides 360 kcal, 79.3g carbohydrates (1.0g fiber), 7.0g protein, and 0.6g fat with a high glycemic index of 75.

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Pearl barley (Hordeum vulgare) is polished barley with outer bran removed. Per 100g raw, it provides 352 kcal, 77.7g carbohydrates (15.6g fiber), 9.91g protein, and 1.16g fat with an ultra-low glycemic index of 28.

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Specification Comparison Table

10 Parameters
Parameter / Spec
Energy / Calories
360 kcal 352 kcal
Carbohydrates
79.3 g 77.7 g
Dietary Fiber
1.0 g 15.6 g
Net Carbohydrates
78.3 g 62.1 g
Protein
7.00 g 9.91 g
Total Fat
0.60 g 1.16 g
Glycemic Index (GI)
75 (High) 28 (Ultra-Low)
Water Content
12.0 g 10.1 g
Gluten Status
Naturally Gluten-Free Contains Gluten (Hordein)
Standard Water-to-Rice Ratio
1.5 : 1.0 (by volume) 3.0 : 1.0 (by volume)