How to Store Rice Properly and Keep It Fresh for Longer
Airtight, cool, dry, dark. Stored properly, raw rice lasts one to two years — and parboiled varieties keep even longer.
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Airtight, cool, dry, dark. Stored properly, raw rice lasts one to two years — and parboiled varieties keep even longer.
Boiled holds its shape and keeps more nutrients; raw is softer and stickier. Which to buy depends on what your household eats most.
Both are aromatic, but they differ in grain size, texture, and region — Basmati for pulao and North Indian biryani, Jeerakashala for Malabar.
For everyday Indian meals, Thanjavur Ponni Rice is the best choice — boiled for sambar and curd rice, raw for lighter dishes.