Tropical Sun Golden Sella Basmati Rice 10kg

Tropical Sun Golden Sella Basmati Rice is a 10kg bag of parboiled, extra-long-grain rice. It is presented for dishes such as biryani, pilaf, jollof and fried rice, with a claimed fluffy, separate texture after cooking.

At a glance

Parboiled golden sella rice with extra-long grains, according to the listing.
Listed for stovetop, rice cooker or Instant Pot preparation.
The 10kg pack is aimed at households, meal preparation, restaurants and catering.

Price

£16.31Save 9%

Reference price: ~~£18.00~~

Price checked: 13 Nov 2026

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Pros and cons

Pros

The large pack suits regular rice cooking or higher-volume kitchens.
The listing suggests uses across biryani, pilaf, curries, jollof, tahdig and fried rice.

Technical specifications

7 specifications

Identity
Brand listed under manufacturer	Specialist Foods
Rice type	Parboiled Basmati Rice
Model number	230736
Country of origin	India

Pack and dimensions
Dimensions listed	1 x 1 x 1 cm; 10 kg

Ingredients and preparation
Suggested cooking ratio	1 cup rice with 2 cups water
Alternative preparation directions	1/4 tsp salt (if desired), 1 tbsp oil, 2 cups water & 1 cup Tropical Sun Golden Sella Rice.

What to know before buying

Listing details to confirm

Listing details are inconsistent: the title and cooking instructions describe the rice as aromatic, while the manufacturer section says parboiled rice gives out little fragrance. The listed dimensions of 1 x 1 x 1 cm may also be worth confirming before relying on them for storage planning. Follow the package for final cooking and storage guidance.

Who is it for?

A good fit for

Households that use basmati regularly and can store a 10kg bag.
Cooks seeking parboiled rice for separate-grain dishes such as biryani, pilaf, jollof or fried rice.
Restaurants, caterers and meal-prep cooks who need a bulk pack.

Less suited to

Buyers who want only a small quantity or have limited dry-food storage.
Anyone for whom a strong, reliably aromatic basmati fragrance is essential, as the listing and feedback are mixed on fragrance.

Tropical Sun Golden Sella Basmati Rice 10kg · photo 2 — Additional product photo 2

Customer reviews on Amazon

4.7 / 5 · 868 ratings

5 stars85%85%
4 stars10%10%
3 stars2%2%
2 stars1%1%
1 star2%2%

Customer feedback highlights use in jollof and fried rice, fluffy texture, non-sticking results, sweet taste and quick cooking. These experiences may matter for cooks making separate-grain dishes, though the listing's cooking results are not independently verified. Feedback is mixed on rice quality and fragrance, including disagreement over authenticity and reports ranging from a pleasant aroma to a strong odour. Aggregate ratings are mostly five-star, but ratings alone do not explain individual experiences.

Positive themes

Customers report fluffy, non-sticking results and find the rice useful for jollof and fried rice.
Customers mention a sweet taste and quick cooking.

Mixed feedback

Feedback differs on rice quality, including whether it tastes like authentic basmati.
Fragrance opinions range from pleasant to an objectionable strong odour.

Frequently asked questions

Is this rice parboiled?

Yes. The product description identifies it as parboiled basmati rice, also described as Golden Sella.

How does the listing suggest cooking it?

One set of directions suggests one cup of rice to two cups of water. Another lists salt and oil as optional additions. Rinse the rice and follow the pack's final guidance.

What dishes is it intended for?

The listing suggests biryani, pilaf, pulao, curries, jollof rice, tahdig, fried rice and steamed rice.

Is it strongly aromatic?

The listing is not consistent: the title describes it as aromatic, but its manufacturer section says parboiled rice gives out little fragrance. Customer feedback also varies on fragrance.