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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The most popular menu items here include the chicken shawarma sandwich, hummus, falafel, basmati rice, lamb kebab platter, garlic labneh and spicy potato dishes.
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Alexandra Maloney, Charlotte Observer, 17 July 2024
All of these East African dishes will be served with basmati rice.
—Katherine Loren, Journal Sentinel, 2 July 2024
Made with real food ingredients like antibiotic-free chicken and basmati rice simmered in a creamy tomato sauce, this meal can be heated and enjoyed within minutes.
—Lindsey Desoto, Health, 1 July 2024
Cook the basmati rice according to the packet instructions, then uncover, set aside and allow to steam cool.
—The Week Uk, theweek, 17 Mar. 2024
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Alexandra Maloney, Charlotte Observer, 17 July 2024
All of these East African dishes will be served with basmati rice.
—Katherine Loren, Journal Sentinel, 2 July 2024
Made with real food ingredients like antibiotic-free chicken and basmati rice simmered in a creamy tomato sauce, this meal can be heated and enjoyed within minutes.
—Lindsey Desoto, Health, 1 July 2024
Cook the basmati rice according to the packet instructions, then uncover, set aside and allow to steam cool.
—The Week Uk, theweek, 17 Mar. 2024
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“Basmati rice.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/basmati%20rice. Accessed 18 Aug. 2024.
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