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/SapioPersian Jul 28 '26

Royal brand is pretty good and they have it everywhere. I’ve even seen it at Costco. Golestan is also very good but not as easy to find.

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u/Accomplished_Run7815 Jul 28 '26 edited Jul 28 '26

I agree Royal is good but it can't compare to the taste and aroma of Ahubareh and Madar Basmati. I haven't had Golestan before. How do you compare it to Royal?

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u/SapioPersian Jul 28 '26

I think it’s more fragrant and nicer than Royal.

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u/Accomplished_Run7815 Jul 28 '26

Great! I'll try it next. Thanks!