Aromatic rice
noun
any rice with an aroma and flavor like roasted nuts or popcorn, such as Basmati, Jasmine, and Texmati
Examples
Asia’s aromatic rices – including Basmati from India and Pakistan, Thailand’s Jasmine rice, and hundreds of little-known locally adapted varieties – appear to hold great promise.
Usage Note
cooking
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