Rice is classified into 2 major categories ie Basmati Rice and Non Basmati Rice. It is processed in variety of forms, while it is not edible in its rough form. Before consumption it has to be processed and milled to get the desired form. All types of paddy seeds can be processed as Raw White Rice, Steam Rice or Parboiled Rice.
The parboiled rice colour can be Golden yellow popularly known as Golden Sella with a Kett level of 26 to 28.
Processing of Rice
Any type of paddy seed can be processed to rice. The process from paddy to rice is by following three methods:
Pusa Basmati 1121 (PB 1121), is a landmark Basmati rice variety. It possesses extra-long slender milled grains (8.35 mm), pleasant aroma, appealing taste, good mouth feel, non-sticky and easy digestibility. Owing to its exceptional quality characteristics, it is in high demand in residential and commercial kitchens
1509 Basmati Rice, is a newer variety of rice developed as during cultivation it takes both less time & water and gives higher yield as compared to other basmati rice varieties and gives. It has average length of 8.40 mm. Upon cooking, the grains exhibit great elongation, excellent fluffiness, are non-sticky and have a pleasant aroma.
1401 Steam Basmati Rice, is one of the maximum enriched as well as fiber comforted rice grain that is demanded for it’s the high nutritional value. It has average length of 7.80 mm. It is counted in the healthy dietary items which is assigned to supply all the nutritional requirements of your body.
1401 Sella Basmati Rice, is produced when raw rice is steamed and dried for milling. The main characteristic of this rice is, it becomes fluffy and doubles its original size when cooked. 1401 Sella basmati rice is the most commonly used in different types of cuisines such as lemon rice, fried rice, Vegeable Biryani.
Sugandha Rice, is a low cost long grain rice grown in Punjab, Haryana and Uttar Pradesh states of India. This variety extends up to twice its length when cooked properly. The average grain length is 7.80 mm.
Sharbati Rice is grown in Haryana and Uttar Pradesh states of India. This variety has sweet taste and has an average grain length of 7 mm.
PR111 Non Basmati Rice is mostly grown in plains of Himachal Pradesh, Haryana and Punjab. Within Non-Basmati varieties it has a long grain and known for its quality of fast cooking. The rice is non-sticky, has uniform grain size with average grain length of 6.80 mm – 6.95 mm and is rich in carbohydrates.
PR 114 or Parmal Rice 14 Non Basmati Rice is grown in the Punjab, Haryana and Uttar Pradesh region of India. It is a non-sticky rice, known for its freshness in taste. It has an average grain length of 6.7 mm – 6.9 mm. The elongation ratio of the grain is 1.5 times if cooked well.
Sona Masoori Rice
| Variety | Avg Length (mm) | Moisture | Broken | Damage / Discolor | Origin within India |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1121 | 8.35 | 12-14% | Punjab/ Haryana | ||
| Traditional Basmati | 7.25 | 12-14% | Punjab/ Haryana/ UP/ J&K | ||
| Pusa Basmati | 7.50 | 12-14% | Haryana/ UP | ||
| 1509 | 8.35 | 12-14% | As per customer request as it effects price | Export Shipments Content is max 10% | Punjab/ Haryana/UP |
| Sharbati | 7.20 | 12-14% | Haryana/ UP | ||
| PR111/114 | 6.90 | 12-14% | Punjab/ Haryana | ||
| PR47 | 6.40 | 12-14% | Punjab/ Haryana | ||
| IR-64 | 6.30 | 12-14% | MP | ||
| Sugandha | 7.85 | 12-14% | Haryana/ UP |
