5 Countries with Highest Rice Consumption Per Capita

4. Vietnam

Rice Consumption Per Capita: 221.6 kg

Population: 97,468,029

Total Annual Rice Consumption: 21.6 million metric tons

White rice, typically jasmine or fragrant rice, is the most commonly consumed variety in Vietnam and is accompanied by a variety of dishes, including stir-fried vegetables, meats, seafood, and soups such as pho. Rice noodles and rice paper are also widely used in Vietnamese cuisine.