Basmati Rice | Long Grain

When you cook for a household that manages food allergies, even a pantry staple like rice deserves a closer look at how it is grown, milled, and packed. Gerbs Long Grain White Basmati Rice is a single-ingredient grain, packaged on dedicated allergen-free equipment so the only thing in the bag is the aromatic, slender-grain basmati rice you expect. Basmati takes its name from the Hindi word for “fragrant,” and it earns it: long, slender grains with a delicate floral aroma and a naturally nutty taste that cooks up light and separate rather than sticky.

Grown in the Indo-Gangetic plains and Himalayan foothills of India and Pakistan, basmati rice is traditionally aged after harvest to deepen its signature fragrance and improve its cooking performance. It is the foundation of dishes like biryani, pilaf, curry plates, and everyday rice bowls. Gerbs packages its long grain basmati rice in small batches in our family owned and operated facility in Johnston, Rhode Island, backed by the Gerbs Guarantee that the rice is free of the 14 major allergens. No co-packers, no shared lines, no additives. Whether you are preparing a family dinner or meal prepping for the week, this naturally gluten-free basmati rice is a versatile staple you can serve with confidence.

Basmati is a variety of long grain rice prized for its aroma and its extra-long, slender grains. The name comes from the Hindi word for “fragrant.” Compared with standard white rice, basmati grains are longer and more slender, they carry a distinctive popcorn-like or toasted-nut fragrance, and they stay separate and fluffy after cooking instead of clumping. Gerbs offers white basmati rice, which has been milled to remove the bran and germ for a quicker cook time and a light, fluffy result. It has a naturally lower glycemic index than many conventional white rice varieties, which is one reason it is a favorite for everyday meals.

Gerbs Long Grain White Basmati Rice is a clean, single-ingredient grain that fits easily into balanced meals.

Naturally Gluten-Free

Rice is one of the few grains that is naturally gluten-free, and Gerbs basmati is milled and packed on dedicated equipment that never touches gluten. For anyone avoiding wheat or managing celiac disease, it is a simple, versatile base for bowls, sides, and one-pot meals.

Lower Glycemic Index Than Many White Rices

Basmati rice generally has a lower glycemic index than many standard white rice varieties. A lower-glycemic grain releases its energy more gradually, which many people prefer for steadier, longer-lasting fuel through the day.

A Source of Plant Protein and Energy

Each 1 oz (28 g) serving provides 6 g of complex carbohydrate energy along with naturally occurring protein, making basmati a satisfying foundation for vegetarian and plant-forward plates.

Contains Iron

One serving of Gerbs basmati rice delivers 1.8 mg of iron, about 10% of the Daily Value. Iron is a mineral the body uses to carry oxygen in the blood, per the NIH Office of Dietary Supplements.

As with all foods, individual results may vary. Gerbs makes no medical claims.

Serving size 1 oz (28 g). About 32 servings per container.

Gerbs basmati rice has a delicate floral aroma, often compared to popcorn or toasted nuts, that fills the kitchen as it cooks. The flavor is mild, clean, and faintly nutty, so it complements bold sauces and spices without competing with them. The texture is the signature draw: long, slender grains that cook up light, fluffy, and separate, never gummy or sticky.

Long Grain White Basmati Rice.

Gerbs basmati rice cooks reliably on the stovetop using the absorption method.

1. Rinse the rice 4 to 5 times until the water runs clear to remove surface starch.
2. Optional: soak the rinsed rice for 20 to 30 minutes for extra-fluffy, elongated grains.
3. Combine 1 cup basmati rice with 1.5 cups water and a pinch of salt.
4. Bring to a boil, then cover and reduce to a low simmer for 12 to 15 minutes.
5. Remove from heat and let the covered pot rest for 5 to 10 minutes.
6. Fluff with a fork and serve. A bay leaf, a cardamom pod, or a squeeze of lemon adds extra aroma.

Basmati is endlessly versatile: serve it alongside curries and stews, build rice bowls with vegetables and lean protein, fold it into pilaf or fried rice, or chill it for grain salads and meal prep.

Store Gerbs basmati rice in an airtight container in a cool, dark pantry away from heat and direct sunlight, and reseal the bag between uses to limit exposure to air. Stored this way, uncooked basmati rice keeps well for up to two years. Cooked rice should be refrigerated within two hours and used within 4 to 5 days; freezing uncooked rice is not necessary and is not recommended, as it does not improve shelf life.