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Nutritional information per 100g of product
| Val. en. (kcal / kJ) | 351 / 1492 |
| Carbohydrate | 78 |
| Lipids | 0,9 |
| Protein | 8 |
Rice types
Worldwide, there are more than 40,000 different varieties of rice. Often times, rice is categorized by its size as being either short grain, medium grain or long grain. Another way of classification is according to the degree of milling that it undergoes. This is what makes brown rice different from white rice.
Thus, the most important differences between varieties of rice are their cooking characteristics, shapes, colors and, in some cases, a subtle flavor difference.
Aromatic Rice
Aromatic rice or Specialty rice is a general term used for rice having a flavor and aroma similar to that of roasted nuts or popcorn. The natural compound that gives this unique grain the characteristic aroma and flavor is present in all types of rice, but in the special varieties it is present in much higher concentrations. These types of rice are generally medium to long-grain and have a light, fluffy texture when cooked. The varieties of aromatic rice include: Basmati, Jasmine, Texmati, Wehani and Wild Pecan. Jasmine rice has long, translucent grains. When cooked, it has a seductive, slightly floral aroma and a soft, clingy texture. Wehani rice is a reddish-brown hybrid of basmati and long-grain brown rice.
Delightfully Flavored Basmati Rice
The grain that has been cultivated at the base of India's Himalayan range for thousands of years, Basmati Rice has both spiritual and physical benefits, being considered pure and therefore, beneficial for the body.
Delicate in texture and flavor, slender and perfumed, basmati is described as being the most refined of all rice. As it cooks, it keeps the same width but grows in length, making it pleasing to the eye as well.
Wonderful aroma
Translated from ancient Hindi as “The Fragrant One”, Basmati has the intense aroma of roasted nuts or sun-baked wood, which makes it unique and special among other varieties. The open texture of Basmati allows the grain to absorb other flavors, transforming it into a wonderful piece to complete a wide range of recipes.
Highly nutritional benefits
It is known to be an excellent remedy for balancing ones metabolism and energy production. Basmati is gluten free, low in fat, it contains all eight essential amino-acids, folic acid, is very low in sodium and has no cholesterol. Also, it 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.
Reputation for being delicate and difficult to grow
Producing just one crop each year, this plant requires specific weather conditions. Being taller than other types of rice, Basmati is exposed to wind damage, which makes it difficult to reach maturity. The climate, soil and farming methods can all affect the quality of the grain, that is why this type, more than the others, needs constant care and affection.
