In India, there are 29 varieties of basmati rice. The top three largest basmati rice producers in India are Jammu and Kashmir, Punjab, and Himachal Pradesh. Organic basmati rice is a whole grain containing the germ, bran, and endosperm. Thus, regular consumption of organic basmati rice can grant you additional health benefits. There is a trick to make the regular basmati rice better. Cook basmati rice with 1 cinnamon stick, 6 whole cloves, and 2 garlic cloves (use water or broth). Remove the cinnamon, cloves, and garlic before serving. Now, this new flavored-basmati rice will be the queen of the dishes.