Royal Basmati Rice 20 Lb is $30.80 at Anoras Cash N Carry, 567 S Fairfax Ave in LA's Fairfax District — and pound for pound it's the best value on America's most recognized basmati. If you cook rice more than a couple of times a week, the 20 lb bag is the size that actually makes sense: long, aged, aromatic grains that cook up separate and fragrant, at a per-pound price a 2 lb box can't touch. Here's how to pick it, store it, cook it, and get Royal basmati rice 20 lbs near you — whether you're around the corner in Mid-Wilshire or over in West Hollywood.

What is Royal Basmati Rice, and why the 20 lb bag?

Royal is the purple-bag basmati you've seen in every Indian kitchen and most restaurant pantries in the U.S. It's long-grain basmati grown in the foothills of the Himalayas, then aged so the grains elongate and turn even more fragrant when cooked. Aging matters: older basmati holds its shape, cooks up drier, and gives you that clean, separate grain instead of a sticky clump.

The reason to reach for the 20 lb size isn't just the count — it's the math. Basmati is one of the few groceries where buying big genuinely pays off, because the rice keeps for a year or more when it's stored right. A household that runs a rice cooker most nights will move through a 20 lb bag without it ever going stale, and you stop making the "we're out of rice" trip. Our Royal White Basmati Rice 20 Lb is the everyday workhorse; if you want to sample first, the 5 lb bag and 10 lb bag are on the same shelf.

Takeaway: if basmati is your default rice, the 20 lb bag is the size that saves you money and trips.

How much is Royal Basmati Rice 20 lbs, and is bulk worth it?

Royal White Basmati Rice 20 Lb is $30.80 — that works out to about $1.54 a pound. Step down to the 10 lb bag at $18.70 and you're paying closer to $1.87 a pound; the 5 lb bag is $14.30, or about $2.86 a pound. The bigger the bag, the less you pay per plate of rice, which is the whole point of a cash-and-carry: bulk sizes, everyday prices, no membership.

Is bulk worth it for you? A quick gut check: if you cook basmati three or more nights a week, or you host biryani for a crowd now and then, the 20 lb bag pays for itself and lasts months. If you cook rice occasionally, the 5 or 10 lb bag keeps things fresher for how you actually eat. Either way you're buying the same Royal basmati — just in the size that fits your kitchen.

Takeaway: at roughly $1.54 a pound, the 20 lb bag is the cheapest way to keep good basmati on hand in LA.

Which Royal basmati should you buy — white, Chef's Secret, or Sella?

Royal makes a few basmati lines in the 20 lb size, and they're not interchangeable. Here's the plain-English version:

Royal White Basmati (20 Lb, $30.80) is the standard, aged long-grain basmati for everyday meals — pulao, jeera rice, a side for dal, or plain steamed rice under a curry. Start here. Royal Chef's Secret (20 Lb, $38.50) is the premium tier — aged longer for extra-long grains and a deeper aroma, the one to reach for when the rice is the star, like a special-occasion biryani. Royal Sella Extra Long Parboiled (20 Lb, $36.30) is parboiled basmati — firm, separate grains that are nearly impossible to overcook, which makes it the foolproof choice for layered biryani and big-batch cooking. And if you're actually after South Indian everyday rice, the Royal Sona Masoori 20 Lb ($27.50) is the softer, medium-grain option.

Still deciding between grain types? Our guide to basmati, sella, and sona masoori breaks it down, and if it's the brand you're weighing, see our India Gate vs Daawat vs Royal comparison.

Takeaway: white for every day, Chef's Secret for showpiece rice, Sella when you want biryani that never turns mushy.

How do you store a 20 lb bag of basmati so it stays fresh?

Basmati keeps beautifully — a year or more — as long as you keep it cool, dry, and sealed against pantry moths. Once you open a 20 lb bag, move the rice into a food-safe container with a tight lid, or clip the bag shut and drop it inside a larger bin. Store it somewhere cool and dark, away from the stove and any humidity. A couple of dried bay leaves or a few cloves tucked in the container is the old-school trick to keep bugs out.

In a warm LA apartment, keep a working amount in the pantry and stash the rest sealed in a cool closet. Aged basmati improves with time, so there's no rush to use it up.

Takeaway: airtight, cool, and dark — and a 20 lb bag will still be fragrant a year from now.

How do you cook Royal basmati so the grains stay long and separate?

Three steps make the difference. First, rinse the rice in a few changes of water until it runs mostly clear — this washes off surface starch so the grains don't clump. Second, soak for 20 to 30 minutes; soaked basmati elongates instead of breaking, which is where that dramatic long grain comes from. Third, cook with the right ratio — about 1.5 cups water to 1 cup soaked rice on the stovetop, or follow your rice cooker's basmati line. Bring it to a boil, drop to low, cover, and let it steam undisturbed for 10 to 12 minutes, then rest 5 minutes off the heat before you fluff with a fork.

For pulao or biryani, bloom your whole spices in a little ghee or oil before adding the drained rice, and go easy on stirring — basmati is delicate once cooked.

Takeaway: rinse, soak, and don't over-stir, and Royal basmati rewards you with long, separate grains every time.

Where can you buy Royal Basmati Rice 20 lbs near me in Los Angeles?

You'll find Royal Basmati Rice 20 Lb — plus every other size and line — at Anoras Cash N Carry, 567 S Fairfax Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90036, in the Fairfax District near Mid-Wilshire. We're open daily, 10 AM to 9 PM, so you can grab a bag on your way home. Call us at 323-272-3617 if you want us to have it ready.

Prefer not to lug 20 pounds of rice? We deliver within a 10-mile radius — covering Beverly Hills, West Hollywood, Culver City, Koreatown, and Mid-Wilshire — from 10 AM to 8 PM daily. The minimum order is $35.97, delivery is $7.98, and it's free over $99, so pairing a 20 lb bag with a few pantry staples gets you close to free delivery. Most orders land in about 45 minutes.

Outside our delivery area? Order online for free in-store pickup — there's no minimum and your order is usually ready in about an hour. Browse the full rice aisle and the rest of our shelves at anorascashncarry.com.

Takeaway: shop it in person on Fairfax, get it delivered across the Westside in about 45 minutes, or pick it up free the same day.

Frequently asked questions

How much does Royal Basmati Rice 20 lbs cost?

Royal White Basmati Rice 20 Lb is $30.80 at Anoras Cash N Carry — about $1.54 per pound, the best per-pound value across Royal's basmati sizes.

What's the difference between Royal white basmati and Royal Sella?

White basmati is standard aged long-grain rice for everyday meals. Sella is parboiled basmati — firmer, more forgiving grains that resist overcooking, which makes it the reliable pick for biryani.

How long does a 20 lb bag of basmati last?

Stored airtight in a cool, dark spot, basmati keeps a year or more. Aged basmati actually improves over time, so a 20 lb bag is a safe stock-up even for a smaller household.

Can I get Royal Basmati Rice 20 lbs delivered in Los Angeles?

Yes. We deliver within 10 miles of our Fairfax store — including Beverly Hills, West Hollywood, Culver City, and Koreatown — from 10 AM to 8 PM daily. Delivery is $7.98, free over $99, and most orders arrive in about 45 minutes. Outside that radius, choose free in-store pickup.

Do you carry smaller sizes of Royal basmati?

We do — Royal basmati comes in 2 lb, 5 lb, and 10 lb bags alongside the 20 lb, so you can match the size to how often you cook rice.