basmati rice
noun
bas·ma·ti rice
ˌbäz-ˈmä-tē- 
ˌbäs-,
also ˌbaz-,
ˌbas-
: a cultivated aromatic long-grain rice originating in southern Asia
called also basmati
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Made with mung beans, basmati rice, and warm spices, Kitchari is a stunning side dish or a mouthwatering main course with a stew-like texture that comes together in 30 minutes over the stove.
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Sarah Felbin, SELF, 10 June 2025
Thai jasmine rice and Indian basmati rice, as well as rice grown in California, generally contained lower heavy metal levels than other varieties tested.
—Peter Burke, FOXNews.com, 2 June 2025
On the other hand, basmati rice has a higher amylose content.
—Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 11 May 2025
Lunch: turkey or chicken skewers with bell pepper, onion, zucchini, and tomato served with basmati rice.
—Ana Morales, Vogue, 5 Apr. 2025
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Sarah Felbin, SELF, 10 June 2025
Thai jasmine rice and Indian basmati rice, as well as rice grown in California, generally contained lower heavy metal levels than other varieties tested.
—Peter Burke, FOXNews.com, 2 June 2025
On the other hand, basmati rice has a higher amylose content.
—Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 11 May 2025
Lunch: turkey or chicken skewers with bell pepper, onion, zucchini, and tomato served with basmati rice.
—Ana Morales, Vogue, 5 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for basmati rice
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“Basmati rice.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/basmati%20rice. Accessed 27 Jun. 2025.
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