Basmati
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Indian Basmati is imported from India. This rice grows in the foothills of the Himalayas where it is washed by the snow-capped mountains. This rice is perfect for dishes like Pulau or Biryani. It is also enjoyed plain. This rice is known as fragrant or aromatic rice due to the wonderful aroma it emits while cooking, (similar to the aroma of popcorn) and its delicious flavor when cooked. Aging the rice intensifies the aroma and taste even more. Each grain cooks up into a wonderfully long, slender and fluffy grain.
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Cooking Directions - On the Stove
In a saucepan, bring 1-3/4 cups of water to a boil. Add 1 tablespoon tub
margarine and 1 teaspoon salt per cup of uncooked rice, if desired. Stir in 1 cup rice. Cover, reduce heat and simmer for
20 minutes or until water is absorbed.
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Cooking Directions - In the Microwave
In a 2 quart microwave safe dish, combine 2 cups water with 1 cup rice. Add 1 tablespoon tub
margarine and 1 teaspoon salt per cup of uncooked rice, if desired. Cover and microwave on HIGH for 5
minutes. Reduce setting to 50% power, microwave for 15 minutes. Let
stand 5 minutes. ** It is recommended that only 1 cup rice be prepared in the
microwave at a time. Microwave ovens vary. Cooking times are
approximate.
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Cooking Directions and Other Serving Suggestions
For drier rice, use 1/4 cup less water. Or, for moister rice, use 1/4 cup more water.
For more information about traditional cooking methods for Basmati Rice, click here.
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Nutrition Facts
Serving Size 1/4 Cup [45g (makes 3/4 cup prepared)]
Serving Per Container About 8
Calories 160
Calories From Fat 0
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Amount Per
Serving |
% Daily
Value* |
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Amount Per
Serving |
% Daily
Value* |
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| Total Fat 0g |
0 |
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| Saturated Fat 0g |
0 |
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Total Carbohydrate 35g |
12 |
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| Trans Fat 0g |
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Dietary Fiber 0g |
0 |
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| Cholesterol 0mg |
0 |
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Sugars 0g |
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| Sodium 0mg |
0 |
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Protein 3g |
6 |
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Vitamin A 0% • Vitamin C 0% • Calcium 0% • Iron 8% • Thiamin 15% • Niacin 8% • Folic Acid 20%
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*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs: Calories 2,000 2,500
| Ingredients: | Enriched basmati rice [rice, niacin, ferric orthophosphate (iron), thiamin mononitrate (thiamin), folic acid] |
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