With it's smoky, nut-like flavor and chewy texture, wild rice is hard to beat. It tastes good, it's good for you and now it is grown in Oregon. Oregon Jewel Wild Rice is a unique product from a unique state. Wild rice is an aquatic grass related to wheat and other cereal grains. It grows in water like regular white rice. It's cooked and eaten just like regular white rice. Low in fat and gluten free, it's a great source of protein and B-vitamins unlike regular white rice. Oregon Jewel Wild Rice. The best Oregon has to offer.