Basmati Rice, the queen of rice - learn how to buy, store, and cook with it
'Basmati' means fragrant, and white basmati rice is fragrant, long grain rice produced in northern and central parts of India. It is the most popular rice out of India. It is widely used worldwide, particularly for its nutty aroma and the long grains that, when cooked, stay separate. Buy When looking to buy basmati rice, look for these indicators: Made in India, and it can be packaged anywhere in the world Long grain, and then it will be categorized by it's length - classic, extra-long, and supreme. Ideally, you would want to buy supreme. I recommend Tilda, Royal India, Laxmi brands. Buy in small quantity, approximately 2 lbs per person in your household. Store Store basmati rice in an airtight container or a sealable bag....