Is uncooked rice a TCS food?
Understand the Problem
The question is asking whether uncooked rice is a time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food. TCS foods are those that require specific time and temperature controls to prevent the growth of harmful bacteria, and the answer will help understand food safety classifications.
Answer
Uncooked rice is not a TCS food.
The final answer is that uncooked rice is not a TCS food.
Answer for screen readers
The final answer is that uncooked rice is not a TCS food.
More Information
Uncooked rice, along with other dried grains and beans, can be stored safely at room temperature. They become susceptible to bacterial growth and thus classified as TCS foods once they are cooked.
Sources
- The web page with info on - WebstaurantStore - webstaurantstore.com
- Everything You Need to Know About TCS Foods: The Ultimate Guide - trust20.co
- CH 1: TCS or Non-TCS Foods - Quia - quia.com