7. Rice
Rice has been around for around 5,000 years, although the earliest civilizations mostly used wheat cultures. Rice has served more people than any other crop, according to some reports.
Rice has become an important component of some world’s most common cuisines over the centuries. I have used it in Asian, European, African, and American cultures.
Rice’s versatility explains its widespread use around the world.
Every culture has developed its own method for bringing out the flavor and qualities of rice.
