Cooking by Microwave

  1. Rinse rice 1 to 2 times to remove excess starch.
  2. Add rice (1 cup), oil or margarine (1 tbs.), and water (2 cups) to microwavable casserole dish and cover.
  3. Microwave on high degree for 10 minutes.
  4. Stir, cover, and microwave on defrost for 10 minutes.
  5. Fluff with fork before serving.
  6. Do not cook more than 2 cups of rice at a time by microwave.

Cooking Instructions
for Stovetop

1 cup of uncooked Royal Basmati Rice yields 3 cups cooked Rice.

Measure: 1 cup of rice, 1 ½ cups of water, 1 tablespoon of oil, butter or margarine, a pinch of salt.

  1. Rinse measured rice 1 to 2 times or until water is clear to remove extra starch and drain.
  2. Place the drained rice into the saucepan and add measured water, oil and salt.
  3. Place saucepan (uncovered) over high heat and bring to boil, stir occasionally.
  4. Let water reduce slightly below the rice level and lower the heat to minimum.
  5. Place a tight lid on the saucepan and simmer for 15 to 20 minutes.

Cooking by Electric
Rice Cooker

  1. Place the drained rice in the cooker.
  2. Add measured water, oil and salt.
  3. Cover the cooker, turn on and cook for 30 minutes.

* Note: The rice may require slightly more or less water to cook. If the rice is too soft or overcooked, use less water. If the rice is too hard or undercooked, use more water in future cooking.

Keep this rice in a cool and dry place. For longer shelf life, keep refrigerated.

Please note: This is an agricultural product. It is cleaned with modern equipment but may still contain some foreign materials. We suggest you inspect the contents of the package before cooking.