Bpt Rice

Bpt Rice: Healthier Alternative to Basmati Rice

Bpt rice is a naturally lightweight and aromatic variety of rice mainly grown in the Indian states of Andhra Pradesh, Telengana and Karnataka. Also known by the name of sona masuri rice, it is low in starch and ideal for a variety of dishes such as biryani, idli and fried rice. Owing to these virtues, the bpt rice is considered as a premium rice in India and also widely exported to various countries such as Canada, Australia, United States, Singapore and many more. The bpt rice is available in varied forms such as steam boiled and raw at market leading rates.

Features of Bpt Rice

Compared to other long grain rice varieties, bpt rice contains lesser calories.

It does not contain any fiber.

Optimal carbohydrate content.

The bpt rice is fat free as well as sodium free.

Easily digestible.

Has protein content.

How to cook the perfect bpt rice.

Take the required quantity of rice in a bowl and wash it in water. After washing, drain all the water from the bowl.

Now add water equal to the amount of rice. Then let the bpt rice soak in water for 15-30 minutes.

Transfer the rice along with water into a cooker or better still place the bowl itself in it.

Close the cooker lid and put it on a cooking flame.

Leave it for at least 15-20 minutes.

Now the bpt rice is ready to serve.

An Alternative Method to Cook Bpt Rice.

Most processes are the same as described above with the only change being the amount of water and use of a pan rather than a cooker. Add rice and water in proportion of 1:2 and cook on a low medium flame using a heavy bottomed pan. After some time, the excess water will start to evaporate.When this happens, lower the flame and cook it till the water completely evaporates.