What is Basmati ?

What Is Basmati

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Fast Facts

Varieties: brown, white
Origin: India, Pakistan
Common Uses: pilaf, side dish for curries
Storage: airtight container in a cool, dry place

Pilaf is where basmati rice feels at home.

Basmati rice (baz-mah-tee) is a type of white rice commonly grown in the Himalayas, India, and Pakistan—with India producing about two-thirds of the world's supply. It is a long-grain rice that is characterized by a light nutty flavor and floral aroma, and it's popular in rice pilaf and as a side dish for curry.

The high nutritional value of Basmati rice makes it good your health, as well as diet plans. It has a high amount of micronutrients and macronutrients and one serving of basmati rice contains minerals and vitamins such as copper, zinc, calcium, potassium, magnesium, vitamin B1, B6, vitamin E, K, and pantothenic acids.

Eat Basmati rice

Basmati rice can be a great food for those who are trying to lose weight. It is true that basmati rice is a carbohydrate and too much carbohydrate intake can lead to weight gain. But rice is a staple food for most of Asia and obesity is not a big problem in this continent. Thus, it is advised that basmati rice be eaten in moderation. Compared to other rice varieties, basmati rice is lower in components that cause weight gain. Also, it is considered to be one of the best rice varieties in the world in terms of flavor. Some examples of dishes that have basmati rice in it include vegetable biryani, mughlai biryani, and rice pulao.

Basmati Is A Healthy ‘Supergrain”

Basmati is gluten-free and low in fat. It contains all eight essential amino acids, folic acid, and is very low in sodium and has no cholesterol. Basmati has a low to medium glycemic index, meaning that energy is released at a slower, steadier rate leading to a more balanced level of energy.

Nutrition and Benefits

One cup of basmati rice contains about 200 calories and is almost completely fat free. It provides about 15 percent of the recommended daily intake of carbohydrates and 4.3 grams of protein. Brown basmati rice is higher in dietary fiber, contributing over 15 percent of the recommended daily intake.

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https://www.thespruceeats.com/what-is-basmati-rice-2355532
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