– Origin: India

– Characteristics:
Grain: The longest rice grain in the world (up to 8.3 mm before cooking.
Odor: Strong aromatic (due to the compound 2-acetyl-1-pyrroline).
Cooking: Expands 3 times its original size, does not clump.

– Color: Pure white
– Texture: Tall and soft

– Uses:
Biryani
pilau
Kabsa, and fine dishes.
– Advantages:
Less oil absorption than regular Basmati.
Original, distinctive flavor.