Basmati Rice

Basmati is a fragrant, nutty-tasting long grain rice grown in the Himalayas and Pakistan. “Bas” in Hindi language means “aroma” and “Mati” means “full of”, hence the word Basmati or “full of aroma”. It is best used as aromatic special side dish. The key to making perfect basmati rice is to start with a high-quality brand of rice, preferably one imported from India or Pakistan. Basmati rice is high in B vitamins, including B1, which is crucial for brain health.