Beras Basmati / Basmati Rice

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Beras Basmati yang bermaksud ‘Ratu haruman’ memiliki saiz bijian yang panjang dan tirus berasal dari India dan Pakistan. Beras ini akan memanjang dua kali ganda apabila dimasak, bersifat peroi dan gebu serta menghasilkan aroma yang unik. Ia amat bersesuaian untuk penyediaan juadah seperti nasi beriani dan nasi minyak serta masakan Timur Tengah seperti nasi Arab dan yang seumpamanya.
Basmati also called ‘Queen of Fragrance’ is long, slender and aromatic rice originated from India and Pakistan. The average length of the grain ranges between 6.00 mm to 8.00 mm with a length/width ratio of 3.5 mm – 4.5 mm. It is creamy white in colour and has a slightly curved blade shape. When cooked, it doubles the size, produces a slight aroma and stays separated and fluffy. Basmati rice is a perfect choice for Biryanis, Middle Eastern cuisines such as Mandy and Khabsah Rice, Nasi Minyak and other garnished rice dishes.