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basmati

[ bahs-mah-tee ]

noun

  1. a variety of cultivated long-grain rice that is notably fragrant.


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˜yÐÄvlog History and Origins

Origin of basmati1

First recorded in 1845–50, basmati is from the Hindi word basmati, literally, fragrant
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Most rice is indica; it can be long or medium-grain and includes Indian basmati, Thai jasmine, Carolina, and parcooked rice like Golden Sella, used for jollof rice in West Africa.

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Having always wondered if I could tell the difference between washed and unwashed rice, I bought an extra rice cooker and cooked three kinds of washed and unwashed rice side by side: Koshihikari, jasmine and basmati.

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An $18 bag of basmati rice is usually cooked by commissary workers.

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It’s paired alongside fragrant Basmati rice, which makes for a hearty and satisfying meal.

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A first time winner, TJ’s Butter Chicken with Basmati Rice is a quick dinner option for those days when you’re low on both time and motivation.

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