Veetee Basmati Rice
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Price facts
- Last seen at $44.02 at Herbspro on Nov 11.
Our take on the Veetee Basmati Rice
Veetee Basmati Rice is a long-grain aromatic rice grown in the Himalayan foothills and steamed rather than boiled, so the grains stay separate and fluffy. It is sold in microwaveable trays and pouches that cook in about two minutes, which is its main edge over dry basmati that needs 20 to 30 minutes on the stove. The trade-off is that you pay for convenience and portioning, and the texture is softer than freshly cooked dry rice. It suits people who want fast, consistent rice for one or two servings.
- Ready in about two minutes in the microwave
- Grains stay separate and fluffy
- Consistent results with no measuring or soaking
- No artificial colors or preservatives
- Long shelf life in the pantry
- Softer texture than freshly cooked dry basmati
Veetee Basmati Rice prices at every store
- HerbsproNew
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$44.02Checked 9 min ago
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Veetee Basmati Rice price history
Lowest price we've seen: $36.70 on Nov 10 at Herbspro; highest $44.02 on Nov 11. Tracked across 1 store since Nov 10.
What reviewers say
Buyers generally rate Veetee basmati as reliable, quick and pleasantly fluffy for a microwave rice, and many keep it on hand for busy nights. The most common complaints are that it is softer and less fragrant than dry basmati and that the portions feel small for the money.
- TextureMixedReviewers call it fluffy and separate but softer than rice cooked from dry.
- AromaCriticisedSome say it lacks the fragrance of dry basmati cooked at home.
- ConveniencePraisedBuyers like that it is ready in about two minutes with no measuring.
Questions and answers
- Is Veetee basmati rice precooked?
- It is steamed and sealed in the pouch, so it only needs reheating in the microwave or on the stove. You do not boil it or add water.
- How does it compare with dry basmati rice?
- It is faster and more consistent, but dry basmati cooked from scratch gives a firmer bite and stronger aroma. Use Veetee for speed, dry rice when aroma matters.
- How many servings are in a pouch?
- Most Veetee pouches hold about one to two side servings. Check the pack weight if you are feeding more than two people.
- Is it suitable for a gluten-free diet?
- Plain basmati rice is naturally gluten-free, but check the label on flavored varieties, which may include other ingredients.
- Can I use it for biryani?
- It works as a quick base, but the grains are softer than dry basmati, so a biryani made with it will be less firm. Dry rice gives better results for layered biryani.
