What Is Basmati Rice? A Guide to What Some Call the “Queen of Rice”
This fragrant, tender, fluffy rice variety is cherished across South Asia and the Middle East. By Perry Santanachote Basmati rice—often called the “queen of rice” in India and Pakistan—is cherished in kitchens worldwide, particularly in South Asian cuisines. When translated directly from Hindi, basmati means “queen of fragrance.” Its delicate aroma, long slender grains, and […]




