My Skinny Rice Low GI Basmati Rice, 17.64 Ounce (Pack of 6)

My Skinny Rice, along with carba-nada pasta, are KEY to helping me maintain a lower-carb, low GI, diabetes friendly ketogenic diet. I've been reading up on it, and the foods you consume before carbs, as well as with them, also have an effect on carbs' glycemic load and how they're processed (stored or burned). For example, eating a low-carb, fiber rich salad before or along with the main course will help you stay in ketosis (carb-burning mode). Of course you can't overdue it- I try to stick to a cup or so of this rice. In any case, along with a focus on healthy fats, omega 3's and 9's (and NO saturated fats or processed foods), I have steadily lost weight, averaging like a pound every two days for the last month, since beginning monitoring carbs and glycemic values. Amazing. Before this the weight stubbornly refused to budge. I love fried rice and even if I indulge in that every once in a while, with this rice I go back to ketosis (as measured by urine test strips) in a single day rather than several. Awesome.I'm a long-time basmati eater (a lover of Indian food), and in terms of flavor and texture this ranks right up there with the best varieties. It's aged for two years; the highly respected Lacademie gives it very high marks, listing it as one of the best and healthiest basmati brands on their website. The grains are firm, distinct, separate, never sticky, and only slightly less fragrant and flavorful than the best brands. Someone described this rice as "grassy"- I would describe it more as having basmati's characteristic nutty flavor and fragrance, heavenly. I don't find it necessary to rinse it before cooking- it's clean, pristine. I live at 7200 feet and for some reason, have to use less water rather than more with this rice. The package calls for 2 cups of water to one cup of rice- I reduce that to 1 3/4 cups of water.I love this rice- it's become a staple for me, and I'm so grateful for it, for its health benefits and quality. While I wish it were cheaper, the fact that one tends to eat less of it makes up for it somewhat. Highest recommendation!

After trying basmati rice for the first, after having jasmine rice as my go to Filipino food staple, I found it very hard to go back. Especially knowing that basmati is even healthier. This particular brand is helping me meet my weight loss goals, allowing me to enjoy rice guilt free.

Quick summery. Me: 51 y/o type 2 diabetic, recreational bodybuilder, 30+ years in nutrition. MYSKINNY RICE: The only one that doesn’t spike my glucose, great expiration dates (mine is in 3 years), no rinse or soaking, doesn’t contain Fake plastic rice ( it’s a thing, look it up), more earthy flavor than restaurant style basmati.Full review.I was starting to get a little nervous because I couldn’t find my skinny rice locally anymore, & online as well. So I was happy to find it here on Amazon. As I said my summary, i’m a type two diabetic and this is the only rice that does not spike my blood sugars. I’m basing that on eating one serving, which is 1/4 cup of dry rice which usually yields between 3/4 of a cup to 1 cup of cooked. If you’re eating more than a serving and a half, even this rice may affect your blood sugar adversely. Also I can trust that I’m not eating plastic ( I did the burn test). I’ve seen a lot of reviews on rice, including basmati, where people complained of a plastic taste or smell. I don’t think they know that fake plastic rice is actually a thing. I was really happy to see a long expiration date on the package as well as a manufacturing date. There is a slightly more earthy taste but it’s consistent, meaning I have eaten Numerous bags over the past couple years and it all taste the same. It may be the par boil process they do to lower the glycemic index, but as long as it doesn’t affect my diabetes, it’s good to go.

I think pure, just cooked basmati rice tastes a little bit better, but this is very close, and if you add it to a sauce/recipe, it is perfect. As of this writing, you can have a hunger filling 2 cups of rice for 9 points, vs 12+ points for regular white/basmati rice, and since I rarely eat unseasoned plain rice, this really works for me. It is parboiled, and it cooks fast enough that I haven't pulled out the rice cooker. I think it tastes especially good for a quick prep rice.

Product tastes good, but it must not be a fast moving product. We ordered April 24, 2024 and the best by date is July, 2024. It was packed in 2021, so it seems like they could be shipping things out with a longer shelf life.

I’m on keto and been craving rice now for a few months. I asked my doctor and he said I could have once a week and so far has not affected my diet at all. I’m going to keep buying it. Taste ok. A little dry on the pallet but with a steak or grilled chicken it’s not bad. And it’s filling.

This rice is more like a grain of some kind but that’s just my opinion. Skinny Rice is very calming to my stomach and a little goes along ways. Keep some cooked in beef or chicken broth then freeze it. Quick to defrost and add whatever for a quick snack or meal. Seasonings go a long way to accent any food.

This is my favorite rice hands down ! Not heavy very light and great flavor. I will continue buying