1509 Steam Rice is a premium lightly steamed basmati variety that continues to grow in popularity across international grain markets. Appreciated for its clean bright white colour, long and slender grain structure, authentic basmati fragrance, and soft fully separate texture after cooking, this variety delivers outstanding cooking performance at a highly competitive price point. At Himmathfoodstuff, a trusted rice exporter, we supply premium-grade 1509 Steam Rice sourced directly from certified mills across India’s finest basmati cultivation regions — offering consistent quality, reliable supply, and competitive bulk pricing to buyers worldwide.

What is 1509 Steam Rice?

1509 Steam Rice is produced from the 1509 basmati cultivar — a high-yielding variety developed as an economical and productive alternative to the longer-season 1121 basmati. The steam processing method involves soaking the raw paddy in water and then exposing it to controlled steam pressure before drying and milling. Unlike the full parboiling used in Golden Sella processing, the steam method is lighter and shorter — partially gelatinising the starch within the grain without transferring the bran pigments into the grain core. The result is a bright white milled rice grain that retains the natural basmati aroma and soft cooking texture associated with traditionally milled white basmati, while benefiting from reduced breakage and improved milling recovery compared to raw milled rice.

After cooking, grains of 1509 Steam Rice elongate to approximately 18 to 20 mm, producing a fluffy, light, and fully separate texture on the plate. The bright white colour, delicate aroma, and soft grain character of this variety make it an ideal choice for buyers who prefer the appearance and texture profile of white basmati rice with the added durability benefits that steam processing provides.

1509 Steam Rice vs 1509 Sella Rice — Key Differences

Both varieties originate from the same 1509 basmati cultivar but differ significantly in their processing method and resulting characteristics. 1509 Steam Rice undergoes a lighter steam treatment that preserves the natural white colour of the milled grain, producing a softer and more delicate cooked texture preferred in many South Asian and European markets. 1509 Sella Rice, by contrast, undergoes full parboiling which produces a firmer grain, slightly ivory colour, and greater resistance to breakage — preferred in markets where grain durability and extended cooking performance are priorities. For buyers seeking a bright white premium basmati with a soft and aromatic cooking profile at a competitive price, 1509 Steam Rice is the ideal choice.

Key Applications of 1509 Steam Rice

1509 Steam Rice is a highly versatile basmati variety suited for a broad range of culinary and commercial applications. In the food service and hospitality sector, it is widely used for cooking aromatic rice dishes including biryani, pilaf, pulao, steamed rice, and fried rice in restaurants, hotels, catering companies, and institutional kitchens across the Middle East, South Asia, Africa, and Europe. Its soft fluffy texture and bright white appearance make it particularly well suited for dishes where the visual presentation and delicate flavour of white basmati rice are essential to the final product.

In the retail market, 1509 Steam Rice is packaged under private label and branded formats for supermarkets, hypermarkets, and specialty grocery stores serving South Asian, Middle Eastern, and African consumer communities in international markets. Its affordable price point relative to 1121 steam varieties makes it a highly competitive retail product that delivers premium basmati quality to price-conscious consumers without compromise.

Food manufacturers and institutional buyers use this variety for ready-to-eat rice meals, packaged pulao and biryani kits, airline catering portions, and hospital and school meal programmes where consistent cooking performance, bright white appearance, and reliable supply are essential operational requirements.

Why Source From Himmathfoodstuff?

Himmathfoodstuff is a dedicated basmati rice exporter with strong and established sourcing relationships with APEDA-certified rice mills in the leading basmati-growing states of India including Punjab, Haryana, and Uttar Pradesh. Every shipment of 1509 Steam Rice is processed at modern hygienically certified milling facilities that operate under internationally recognised food safety standards and quality management systems.

Our comprehensive pre-shipment quality inspection process covers all critical parameters including average grain length, moisture content, percentage of broken grains, whiteness uniformity, foreign matter levels, and aroma assessment — ensuring that every consignment of 1509 Steam Rice fully satisfies the buyer’s agreed specifications before shipment is confirmed. A complete and verified export documentation package is provided with every order, including Certificate of Analysis, Phytosanitary Certificate, Certificate of Origin, SGS Third-Party Inspection Report, and Bill of Lading.

As a trusted rice exporter, Himmathfoodstuff serves a diverse network of buyers including commodity importers, retail distributors, restaurant supply chains, supermarket groups, and institutional food manufacturers across the Middle East, Africa, Europe, and Asia. Our commitment to consistent product quality, transparent sourcing practices, flexible order terms, and responsive customer service makes us the preferred procurement partner for buyers who need dependable basmati supply at every scale.

Packaging, Storage & Shipping

1509 Steam Rice is available in 25 kg and 50 kg polypropylene (PP) woven bags with food-grade inner polyethylene liners to protect product quality throughout international shipping and storage. Custom bag sizes, private labelling, and jute packaging options are available upon request to meet specific buyer and destination market requirements. The product must be stored in a clean, cool, dry, and well-ventilated warehouse away from direct sunlight, excessive humidity, and pest exposure. Under correct storage conditions, shelf life is a minimum of 18 to 24 months from the milling date. International shipping is available on FOB, CIF, and CFR terms to all major global ports worldwide.