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Choosing between White Sella and Golden Sella rice is easier when you know what the names describe. Both belong to the parboiled rice category. The most visible difference is the colour of the uncooked grains: White Sella looks pale or creamy, while Golden Sella has a golden-yellow appearance. Both can be used for biryani and pulao. Your choice can depend on the look you prefer, the particular pack you are buying and how the rice performs in your recipe. Buy White Sella Rice Buy Golden Sella Rice What does Sella rice mean? Sella is a commonly used name for parboiled rice. In parboiling, paddy is soaked, heat-treated and dried before milling. The International Rice Research Institute describes these stages as soaking, steaming and drying. This processing happens before the rice reaches your kitchen. Sella rice still needs to be cooked; it is not a ready-to-eat rice product. The word Sella describes processing and does not, by itself, identify one rice variety, grain length or grade. White Sella and Golden Sella at a glance Detail White Sella rice Golden Sella rice Uncooked appearance Pale white to creamy Golden-yellow Processing category Parboiled rice Parboiled rice Useful dishes Biryani, pulao and plain rice Biryani and pulao Selection starting point Preference for a paler-looking grain Preference for a golden-looking grain Cooking approach Follow pack directions and check doneness Follow pack directions and check doneness Colour alone does not tell you how aromatic a rice is, how old it is or exactly how long it will take to cook. Those details depend on the particular rice and its processing and storage history. When to choose White Sella rice Dinesh Flour Mills White Sella Rice is an option for cooks who prefer a pale-looking grain for rice dishes. Try it with a vegetable pulao, a layered biryani or a simple rice-and-dal meal. When cooking a plain rice side, you can judge the grain's texture without a thick gravy around it. Make a small batch first and note when the centre becomes tender. That gives you a useful starting point for the next time you cook the same pack. When to choose Golden Sella rice Dinesh Flour Mills Golden Sella Rice is another option for biryani and pulao, especially if you enjoy the appearance of golden grains. Its product page describes cooked grains that remain separated and firm when prepared appropriately. As with any rice, the final texture depends on the cooking method. Overcooking, too much liquid or repeated stirring can change the result. Choose by the dish and the finish you enjoy, rather than assuming that one colour is automatically the better grade. A practical cooking method for either type Read the pack instructions first. Use the same measuring cup for rice and water whenever you follow an absorption recipe. Rinse the rice gently. Avoid rubbing or handling the grains roughly. Follow the recommended soaking instructions. If you soak the rice, remember that soaked and unsoaked rice may cook differently. Choose one method: measured-water absorption or boiling in excess water and draining. Water ratios from one method cannot be carried over directly to the other. Check a grain as it cooks. For rice served immediately, look for a tender centre. For dum biryani, follow the recipe's instruction for partially cooking the rice before layering. Let fully cooked rice rest briefly, then lift and separate it gently with a fork or wide spoon. Keep a small note of your successful soaking time, pot, water quantity and heat setting. This is particularly helpful when cooking a larger family portion later. Frequently asked questions Is Sella rice already cooked? It has undergone parboiling during processing, but the dry rice you buy still requires cooking. Can I use Golden Sella rice for vegetable pulao? Yes. It is one of the uses listed for the Dinesh Flour Mills product. Adjust the recipe to the pack directions and account for liquid released by vegetables. Is there one water ratio for all Sella rice? No. The rice, soaking, pot and cooking method all matter. Use the pack or recipe as your starting point and record what works in your kitchen. Choose your rice Explore White Sella Rice and Golden Sella Rice from Dinesh Flour Mills. Check the current pack options on each product page and choose the rice that suits your next biryani, pulao or everyday meal.