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Daawat Original in its substantial 10kg format represents the backbone of countless Indian kitchens—reliable, affordable, and consistently good. This isn't the flashiest basmati on the shelf, but it's the one experienced cooks return to repeatedly because it simply works. The grains deliver that essential basmati character: a pleasant aroma during cooking, decent elongation, and a texture that's neither too soft nor too firm. What you're buying here is predictability—open a bag in January or July, and you'll get the same dependable results. The bulk quantity makes economic sense for families where rice appears at nearly every meal, dramatically reducing your per-serving cost compared to smaller packs while ensuring you're never caught short during busy cooking weeks.
This rice thrives in high-volume cooking scenarios—weekly meal prep sessions where you're batch-cooking for the freezer, extended family visits requiring multiple daily rice preparations, or simply households where dal-chawal appears on rotation throughout the week. It's the rice you use when feeding a dozen people at short notice, knowing it'll stretch your budget without embarrassing you. The Original variety doesn't demand perfect technique; it forgives slight timing errors and water ratio miscalculations that would ruin more temperamental varieties. Perfect for teaching teenagers to cook rice independently, or for those hectic weeknights when you're juggling multiple pots and can't babysit the rice constantly.
Rinse under running water until the cloudiness subsides—three rinses typically achieve this. Soaking helps but isn't mandatory; 15 minutes suffices if you have time, skip it entirely if you don't. Use a 1:2 ratio (one cup rice to two cups water) as your foundation. Bring to a full boil, then reduce heat to the lowest setting your cooker allows. Cover tightly and maintain for 12-13 minutes. Remove from heat and let stand covered for 5 minutes minimum. This resting phase is non-negotiable—it allows moisture to redistribute evenly. Fluff with a fork before serving, breaking up any surface clumps that may have formed.
Invest in a proper 10-litre airtight container—the upfront cost pays dividends in preserved freshness. Decant the entire bag immediately upon purchase to prevent repeated exposure to air and humidity. Store in the coolest available location, preferably a floor-level cupboard that stays naturally cool. Keep away from the cooker, dishwasher, or any heat-generating appliances. The 10kg quantity stays fresh for four to six months when properly stored, though active families typically exhaust it much sooner. Mark the container with the purchase date if you're particular about tracking age, though Daawat Original maintains quality remarkably well even after extended storage.
Allergens: May contain traces of wheat, gluten-containing cereals, peanuts, sesame, soy, or mustard due to shared processing facilities.
Available for convenient UK delivery. Explore more options in our Basmati collection or browse Rice, Grains & Flour.
