basmati rice

Fragrant Indian staple

Basmati rice is a long-grain rice variety prized for its delicate, nutty aroma and fluffy texture when cooked.

The grains elongate rather than fatten during cooking and remain separate rather than clumping.

Basmati is traditional in South Asian cuisines, particularly for biryani and pilaf dishes: She served the curry over fragrant basmati rice.

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Precooked dehydrated grain

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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G