Frequently Asked Questions

Royal^® Basmati rice is grown and sourced only in the regions of India.

LT Foods works with farmers to teach sustainable practices, including water management and practices to conserve water, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and soil fertility improvement

LT Foods is a leader in sustainably sourced Basmati rice and a founding member of SRP (Sustainable Rice Platform). SRP was formed to promote resource efficiency and sustainability in the global rice sector through an alliance that links research, production, policy making, trade and consumption, with a vision of 1,000,000 rice smallholders adopt sustainable best practices, boosting farm incomes and protecting our environment that drives innovation and creates shared value. We partner with UN Environment and International Rice Research Institute (IRRI) via the Sustainable Rice Platform (SRP) to verify solutions on the ground before scaling up.

Royal^® Authentic White Basmati Rice has 160 calories per serving that is 0g saturated fat, trans fat, cholesterol, sodium, added sugars. It has 35g of total carbohydrates and 4g of protein.

Royal^® Basmati Rice is naturally gluten-free.

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After opening, store the rice in a tightly sealed container in a cool, dry place to protect it from dust, moisture and other contaminants.

All our products are vegetarian. Please visit product-specific pages for more information on vegan products.

The shelf life of Microwaveable Rice is 12-months, Cuppa is 16-months, Biryani Kits are 18-months and Dry Rice is 24-months.

For Royal^® Authentic White Basmati Rice, please see open and closed pan methods of cooking below. For product-specific cooking methods, please see the product pages for more information.

Open Pan

Rinse and soak rice for 20 minutes or more. Strain-soaked rice and add to boiling water. Cook uncovered until desired texture. Drain water from pan, cover and set aside for 5 minutes off heat.

Closed Pan

Optional for Closed Pan only: Rise and soak rice for 15 minutes. In a saucepan, bring 1.75 cups (1^3/4) water to a boil. For enhanced taste, add 1 Tbsp butter or oil and pinch of salt per cup of rice. Stir in 1 cup rice, cover with a tight-fitting lid, and reduce heat to simmer. Simmer for 15 minutes or until water is absorbed. Fluff with fork before serving.

Microwave

Combine 1-cup rice and 2 cups (1^3/4) cups water in a microwave-safe container (2 qts minimum capacity). Cover tightly with microwave-safe lid and cook on HIGH power setting for 15 minutes. Remove from microwave.

Electric Rice Cooker

Use ratio 1 cup of rice to 1^3/4 cups water. See rice cooker manual for specific operation.

Royal^® White Basmati Rice – 1 cup rice to 1 ³/₄ cups water

Royal^® Brown Basmati Rice – 1 cup rice to 2 ¹/₄ cups water

Royal^® Sella Rice – 1 cup rice to 2 cups water

Royal^® Chef’s Secret Basmati – 1 cup rice to 1 ³/₄ cups water

Royal^® Sona Masoori Rice – 1 cup rice to 2 cups water

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In White Basmati Rice, the outer bran layer is removed, leaving only the starchy endosperm. This gives it a softer, polished appearance and a lighter texture. It has a lighter, fluffier texture with a subtle nutty flavor, and it cooks faster and is softer. Brown Basmati rice retains the outer bran layer, making it a whole grain with more fiber and nutrients. It is chewier with a more robust, earthy flavor due to the intact bran. It takes longer to cook and has a heartier feel.

Indian Basmati Rice, still in its husk, undergoes a process where it is soaked, gently steamed, dried and then milled to create parboiled rice with a pale yellow-amber hue. This parboiling process helps the rice grains absorb essential nutrients, resulting in a firmer, less sticky texture when cooked, compared to regular Basmati Rice.