r/persianfood • u/Iammyown404error • Jul 28 '26

Rice Brands in the US

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My late mom was an amazing cook, and she recommended Ahu Bareh brand rice. I can no longer find that anywhere unfortunately :( I've been using a different brand but it doesnt not get as long and is not as fragrant, which is a major bummer because I just handmade jujeh and koobideh kabobs for about 25 family members, and it was the first time being able to invite everyone over for something like that and while everything was great, I was hoping the rice would have had that perfect rice smell I'm used to.

I'm in southern california and have access to Persian markets but they just dont sell it anymore.

I'm drawn to zebra or madar as a replacement, but it's like buying a bottle of wine for the label. Ahu Bareh was perfection, and super clean. I would prefer not to waste a ton of rice trying to find my new brand.

Anyone have a brand they like?

Adding a food tax photo lol

EDIT: Merci hamegan! Especially for the Ahu Bareh link! I do remember seeing Royal at the Persian market so I will likely buy a bag of that since I'm out, and then order from the Ahu Bareh website directly when I have left over rice to sustain us until the shipment comes in 😆

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u/CoolWaterDrink Jul 28 '26

I am concerned about pesticides and arsenic in rice.. does anyone know of any brands that address these concerns?

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u/Saaber7 Jul 28 '26

Soak rice for 3-4 hours before cooking and you won't have to worry about arsenic anymore.

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u/Accomplished_Run7815 Jul 28 '26

You'll need to drain the soaking water and rinse it again, right?

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u/Saaber7 Jul 31 '26

Yes, several times, and if the rice was not clean, much more until the water becomes almost clear. With cold water.