This is aged, extra-long grain Basmati rice from Dehradun, India. It is grown in the soil of the Himalayan foothills. The grains are non-sticky and stay firm yet tender, with a fluffy texture, a fragrant aroma and a nutty-sweet flavor.
It is used in Indian, Middle Eastern and Persian cooking. It suits classic dishes such as biryani and pilaf, and sweet dishes such as rice pudding.
Basmati rice has a medium glycemic index, between 56 and 69.
- Type
- Basmati rice, super quality, ex-long grain
- Origin
- Dehradun, India
- Grain
- Aged, extra-long, aromatic, non-sticky
- Flavor
- Nutty-sweet, with a fragrant aroma
- Glycemic index
- Medium (between 56 and 69)
- Water ratio
- 1½ cups of water per cup of washed, rinsed rice (2 cups for aged rice)
- Cooking
- Bring to a rolling boil, lower the heat, cover and simmer for 15 minutes. Then steam covered for at least 5 more minutes.
- Yield
- 1 cup of rice makes 2½ cups cooked
- Serving
- Optional: 1 tsp salt in the water, and a little butter or ghee. Fluff with a fork and serve hot.