1121 SELLA
BASMATI RICE
Extra Long Grain
Natural Aroma
Traditional Taste
Firm Texture
PACKINGS
500g
1kg
5kg
20kg
NUTRITION INFORMATION
| Energy | 334.0 Kcal |
| Proteins | 6.5 gm |
| Carbohydrates | 70.0 gm |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.4gm |
| Lipide | 0.4 gm |
Storage instructions: Always store in a cool and dry place away from direct sunlight.
Tips for cooking the perfect Basmati rice:
Always soak Basmati rice in water before cooking
The best way to cook Basmati rice is to first soak it in water before cooking. The longer you soak it, the less time it will need to cook. It is recommended to soak the rice in water for up to 30 minutes. This will kick start the water absorption process, meaning less time on the stove. Rinsing the rice before cooking will remove the thin layer of starch that naturally occurs, preventing your rice from sticking together once cooked.
Measure correctly
2:1 water to rice is the ideal ratio you need when cooking basmati rice. Firstly, measure your rice quantity and calculate your water measurement accordingly. As a reference, stick to 90g of uncooked rice per person when cooking for a group of people.
Cooking time
The cooking time depends on how long you have soaked your rice. If you have soaked your rice for 30 minutes, bring to the boil and simmer on the stove for 10-15 minutes. Your basmati rice will need 20-22 minutes if you skip the soaking process, so soaking it is highly recommended.
Fluff your rice with a fork
Once the rice is cooked, drain any excess water that hasn’t been soaked up when cooking and then use a fork to lightly fluff up and separate your delicious grains.
Finally, pair your rice with any curry or stew and enjoy!
Tips for cooking the perfect Basmati rice:
Rinse the rice
To create fluffy individual grains of rice, rinse before cooking to remove excess surface starch. If left on, starch makes the rice stick together and creates a glue-like liquid as it cooks. Rinse the rice under cool water until the water is no longer cloudy but clear.
Cook in boiling water
Add a minimum of 500ml of water with the washed rice to a saucepan and bring to the boil.
Stir only in the beginning
Stirring the rice a few times as the water increases in temperature ensures that nothing gets stuck to the bottom. But never mix the rice once you place the lid on. Otherwise, the grains will become pudding-like.
Once covered, reduce to a simmer
Bring the water to a boil, then immediately cover the pot and reduce the heat to low. This action traps steam inside and lowers the heat intensity so the rice can gradually absorb the liquid. This cooking process takes about 10-12 minutes for white rice; adjust the time according to the type and quantity of rice.
Towards the end, briefly lift the lid slightly to see if the grains absorbed all the water. But ensure to quickly cover the pot to prevent too much steam from escaping.
Let the rice cool
Turn off the heat and let the rice sit and steam for about 10 minutes to give it the chance to absorb any last drops of liquid. Then, you can add the rice to any dish you want to cook.