{"product_id":"organic-basmati-rice-white-1kg","title":"Organic Basmati Rice - White 1kg","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDhatu Organic White Basmati Rice — Aged, Aromatic \u0026amp; Certified Organic\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThere is Basmati, and then there is \u003cem\u003eauthentic\u003c\/em\u003e Basmati. Dhatu's Organic White Basmati is sourced from the traditional Basmati-growing heartland of the Indo-Gangetic plains — aged for over a year, certified organic, and delivering the legendary elongation, non-stick texture and unmistakable 2-AP fragrance that makes Basmati the world's most celebrated rice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat makes true Basmati?\u003c\/strong\u003e Authentic Basmati has a Protected Geographical Indication (PGI) — it can only be labelled Basmati if grown in specific districts of India and Pakistan. The unique terroir of the Himalayan foothills, the specific water, soil mineral profile and altitude, combined with the indigenous seed genetics, produces the 2-acetyl-1-pyrroline compound responsible for the signature popcorn-like fragrance. No other rice in the world naturally produces this aroma.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Highlights\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSingle ingredient: \u003cstrong\u003eOrganic White Basmati Rice\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCertified organic — NPOP certified from traditional Basmati-growing regions\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMinimum 1-year aging — reduces moisture, deepens aroma, prevents stickiness\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eExtra-long grain: 7.2mm+ grain length, elongates to 15mm+ when cooked\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNaturally low in fat and sodium\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNaturally gluten-free\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNo added fragrance, no polishing agents, no chemical treatment\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eEach grain cooks separately — never clumps or becomes sticky\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eGlycaemic Index \u0026amp; White Rice\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBasmati white rice has a lower glycaemic index (~52–58) than regular white rice (~72–78). This is because Basmati's unique starch structure — with a higher proportion of amylose to amylopectin — is digested more slowly, producing a more gradual blood glucose response. It is the white rice variety of choice for people managing blood sugar, and is substantially lower GI than jasmine, sushi, or regular short-grain white rice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Cook Perfect White Basmati\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWash:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rinse 3–4 times until water runs completely clear — this removes excess surface starch and prevents gummy rice. \u003cstrong\u003eSoak:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soak for 20–30 minutes in cold water. \u003cstrong\u003eCook:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1:1.75 rice:water ratio (less water than brown rice as there is no bran to hydrate). Bring to a rapid boil, reduce to lowest possible heat, cover tightly and cook for exactly 12 minutes. Remove from heat, keep covered and rest for 8 minutes. Fluff with a fork — each grain should be distinct, fluffy and perfectly elongated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIdeal For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBiryani (chicken, mutton, prawn, vegetarian) · Jeera rice and simple pulaos · Khichdi · Dal and rice · Curd rice · Steamed rice with curry · Persian-style saffron rice · Fried rice (day-old Basmati is perfect)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout Dhatu Organics\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDhatu sources only certified organic Basmati from farms in the designated Basmati-growing regions. We never mix varieties or blend conventional rice into our organic stock. Every bag is a single-origin, single-variety organic product — something you can taste in every grain.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dhatu Organics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46678292136094,"sku":null,"price":290.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0766\/5421\/5326\/files\/Rice01.jpg?v=1777377256","url":"https:\/\/www.dhatuorganics.com\/products\/organic-basmati-rice-white-1kg","provider":"Dhatu Organics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}