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Basmati - the queen of rice

Basmati is a premium aromatic long-grain rice originating from the Himalayan foothills. Its grains elongate up to twice their length when cooked and remain fluffy. It features a delicate nutty aroma due to the natural compound 2-acetyl-1-pyrrolin. Basmati is essential in biryani, pilafs, and other dishes of Indian and Persian cuisine.

Basmati - the queen of rice
  • The name basmati comes from Hindi and means 'fragrant'.
  • Basmati grains can elongate up to twice their length when cooked.
  • The finest basmati is grown in the Dehra Dun region of northern India.
  • Authentic basmati rice has a protected geographical indication in India and Pakistan.
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