Basmati rice—often called the "queen of ... a consistent cook and ideal texture,” says Lundberg. The color should be slightly off-white or light golden due to the aging process.

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Where the Rice Is Grown: “Jasmine rice originated in Thailand, while basmati rice was originally grown on the Indian subcontinent, primarily in India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, and Nepal,” says Lundberg.