Interesting Facts about Indian Rice Grains!

Basmati Rice is considered the most fragrant rice in the whole world. It is largely found in the foothills of Himalayas, and in the region surrounding India and Pakistan. These regions have the most fertile soil to produce organic rice in large quantities.

Near about half the population of the world eats rice, including in their daily meal. However, there are more than 40,000 unique varieties in rice that are popular amongst the people all over the world. With this, there are a few more interesting facts about rice.

Rice symbolizes prosperity and fertility in Indian culture. It plays a significant role while performing rituals of the wedding. Also, it is considered auspicious to give newborn babies their first food as pasni made with rice. Washing rice till the time the water gets clear will only result in washing off the nutrients. If you want to preserve the nutrients, hold on washing the starch away. Consider going for enriched rice for which you do not feel the need to wash them.

The only difference lies between white and brown rice is the way they are processed or milled. Apart from that, there are three different sizes of the rice grain. The most popular being the long grain basmati rice that is quite light and fluffy. Golden Sella Rice is high on demand due to the flavor it adds Indian, Mughlai, Persian, Continental and Chinese dishes.

It is said that white rice has a longer shelf life when compared to brown rice where germ and bran is primarily intact in the grain. In order to increase their shelf life, it is advisable to store rice in a cool and dry environment.

Delve into the Taste and Aroma of Tantalizing Paneer Butter Masala Pulao

Experimenting with pulao recipes gets interesting and more creative, especially when the delectable taste of paneer butter masala is involved with it. Don’t get confused with the name, as the dish itself hold a unique identity. The dish is something to love, as it is enriched with lot of herbs, spices, butter, paneer and tantalizing effect of Basmati rice. The fragrance itself is overwhelming, post-cooking as the grains elongate in length.

To prepare the dish, first cook Basmati Rice with 1 tsp oil. Gently spread each grain with a fork. On the other hand, sauté paneer with 1/2 tbsp butter till golden brown. Grind 1 large onion, 2 green chillies, 1/4 cup cilantro leaves, 1 tsp cumin seeds, 1″ inch ginger, 1 tsp coriander seeds, 1/8 tsp fenugreek seeds and 1/8 tsp black peppercorns. Chop and puree two tomatoes separately.

Heat 2 tbsp butter in a kadai, add cloves and bay leaf and sauté it for two minutes. Now add tomato puree and grind masala till it thickens and leaves out melted butter. Add peas, capsicum and sauté for another 10 minutes. Then, add salt, haldi, red chilli powder and garam masala with ¼ cup water. Cook for more 5 to 7 minutes. Finally, add cooked rice and sauté it with paneer butter masala. Garnish it with dhania patta and serve hot.

The nutrients embedded in the grains impart rich aroma and unique taste. Post-cooking the grain tends to elongate much better, ensuring a firmer and more separate grain. The Long Grain Parboiled Rice is best for people who desire fluffy and completely separated cooked rice. This particular rice is excellent for side dishes that are made with vegetables.

The Nutritional Value of Basmati Rice!

The nutritional value of Basmati Rice lies in its long grains. The word itself means the queen of fragrance in Hindi language. This particular rice is widely used to prepare Pulav, Biryani or made plain along with curries.

One small serving has around 150 calories that comes in higher percentage from Carbohydrates. The white plain rice is virtually fat-free as compared to brown basmati rice which has more fiber with high fat and protein. The fat content is found in the grain’s germ of the brown basmati.

Rice has always been a wiser choice over bread as it contains 35 Gms of carbs, found inside the bran of the white rice. It is advised to watch your intake of carbohydrates, especially when your lifestyle is not so that active to digest complex carbohydrates easily. White rice is low on fat and cholesterol compared to brown rice that has a tendency to maintain its germ.

This Long Grain Parboiled Rice does not contain all the essential amino acids and thus, has less amount of protein. Apart from that, it is a gluten-free grain, and can be best enjoyed by people who are gluten intolerant.

It also has the ability to boost your metabolism, as it contains the right amount of niacin and thiamin. Brown basmati is enriched with folate and also a great source of iron and vitamin B. Hence, Basmati Rice sounds healthy on its own grounds.

Easy to Make Flour at Home from Non-Basmati Rice!

The exporters of Non Basmati Rice in India have never disappointed us to deliver best quality rice across the globe. However, in India, the supply of rice has shown remarkable trends in terms of varied use of rice in every household of India.

One of the creative uses, rarely known by the people is making rice flour easily at home. Just follow some extremely simple steps to turn your Non Basmati Rice into flour.

The rice must be soaked well for minimum one hour. Then, the rice is spread on a thin sheet of cotton cloth to drain the water completely; making sure no residue is left behind. Use mixer to grind rice into a fine powder and sieve in a separate bowl. (Note: You can use the coarse residue to prepare rice rava). Again, repeat the same procedure to dry out the finely powdered rice. Now, you can easily store it into an airtight container.

Learn some basic tips before preparing rice flour at your home. First, remember 1 cup rice yields 1 ½ cups rice flour. If you have decided to use the flour within 2-3 days of making it, you must dry out the fine powder after the grinding process.

Ensure you must have stored in the airtight container and then into the fridge. If not possible, you can roast it for about 5-7 minutes on low flame. It is best used to make south Indian dishes and many more without much effort.

Shri Lal Mahal Becoming Number One Leader in Manufacturing Rice

The best quality Basmati Rice in India is found in the foothills of Himalayas. The essential climate and agricultural soil provides an appropriate field to cultivate the grains. Although, there are other supreme varieties of rice produced in several other parts of India.

The region surrounding the Himalayas, namely, Punjab, Haryana, Uttrakhand and parts of Jammu Kashmir, produce finest quality of rice grains. Here, the agro-climatic conditions impart soft texture, delicate curvature, rich aroma and heavenly taste. Hence, it is regarded as the best and the traditional form of Basmati rice.

The traditional Basmati Rice is recognized as the tallest and slender grain compared to other varieties produced in India. Leading Rice Manufacturers of India engage in producing different varieties, namely, Basmati-370, Basmati-385 and Basmati-Ranabirpura. They are produced in a relatively low-yield but its supreme quality and unmatched value command high prices set for domestic and international markets.

This particular grain tends to cook much better with lower moisture in about 20 minutes of time. Usually, they are soaked for minimum half an hour before cooking to remove the upper layer of starch. In addition, they are less likely to break while cooking, post-soaking them. They tend to elongate better, thus providing rich aroma and heavenly taste.

This grain has the ability to turn any dish into a luxurious delicacy. It will appeal to your visual beauty, as you will find each grain is separated from the other and remains non-sticky throughout. Fill your senses with extravagant aroma and taste while preparing Biryani, Pulao and many more delicacies.

Basmati Rice and Non-Basmati Rice

Shri Lal Mahal has majorly contributed towards producing the finest quality rice grains in India. Indian Basmati Rice is highly demanded in overseas markets because it imparts a unique blend of rich aroma and taste.

Each grain is lightweight and packed in its purest form while manufacturing our variety of rice grains. We offer 100% husk-free, hull-free and chemical free grains to our clients. The use of natural fertilizers helps cultivate the grains in an organic way.

Recently, we have engaged in producing new ‘Empire Basmati Rice’, which is totally fat-free as well as sugar-free. With its introduction in India, it has already made a big name for itself in the shortest amount of time.

Today, it is being preferred all over the world because of its high nutritional value and luxurious taste. Each grain’s nutrients are preserved within the attractive packaging that also ensures its longer shelf life.

We have also emerged as number one leader in exporting our Non Basmati Rice, which also has strong distribution networks across the globe. It is also considered a staple for daily consumption of rice and hence, is a wise choice for all the consumers.

They are available in the long size grain and impart rich aroma and taste, like Basmati Rice. Hence, we ensure the supremacy of quality, while manufacturing our variety of rice grains. Our entire range is offered taking into consideration the requirements of our clients, at cost-effective prices.

Indian Rice Varieties, Export and Contribution to Indian Economy

Indian rice is the mother of all rice varieties produced in the world. The rice is known for its aromatic, premium quality, and as the most authentic and exotic food across the world following which India becomes its largest producer as well as exporter (second after China). Like wheat, rice production and exports contribute vitally to the Indian economy and help further the way for national revenue growth.

Rice is also the second largest consumed food in India (world also) after wheat. The food is in fact the most essential and routine part of every household’s platter when considered as a whole. No meal or cuisine is complete without rice in the country. besides, it is considered as the sacred food and is always a part of the offerings made to god and goddesses.

There are around 5000-6000+ varieties of Indian Rice cultivated in the country for the purpose of consumption and exports in the overseas markets. With the onset of the latest cultivation, procurement and irrigation techniques, the production and maintenance of premium quality rice varieties have become easier. Following this, the rice exports have observed a robust surge in the past few years.

India’s basmati rice is one of the most likened varieties in the overseas markets besides the regular white rice and non-basmati ones. Portended to ship record breaking 11 million tonnes of rice during the cycle of 2012-2013, the national economy is set to ride high on the growth of export revenues. Though the demand is likely to grow higher from the regular importers like Saudi Arabian countries, Europe, US & Canada and other parts of the world, Iran has specifically led to rise in rice exports due to being the largest importer of basmati rice.

Owing to the biggest surge in demand from Iran, the prices of rice have shot up in the international markets, adding more revenues and continued growth. According to the USDA, the U.S. Department of Agriculture, the Indian rice exports are portended to hit a slight low during 2013-14.

Given the fact that the demand for Indian Basmati Rice and other types continue to grow in the national as well as international markets, India’s economy will boost and pave way for avant garde development of agriculture, infrastructure, IT, medical, hospitality, rural education, and other streams in the country.

Shri Lal Mahal is one among the largest Indian exporters of regular and Basmati rice varieties across the globe. The group has been delivering to the authentic savors, flavors, and aromatic rice needs of the Indian and Global customers since 1907, more than a century now.

One of the largest Indian conglomerates, the group has been successfully exporting to the U.S., Canada, Middle East, Europe, South East Asia and Emirates and quashing their demands for the best basmati and regular Indian rice. Some of the best quality rice varieties the group produces and supplies include sugar-free, and cholesterol-free Empire Basmati Rice, Dubar, PUSA, 1121, PAUNA,  Royale, Supreme etc.