Long Grain Rice

Long grain rice is the type of rice, which is known for its shape, size, aroma, and taste. All these factors play a big role in making it the popular type when compared to other rice grains. In addition to size, aroma plays the most distinct part when people pick long grain rice. But you must know that not all long grain rice varieties carry the same aroma. Long grain rice is found as white and brown. This rice can be steamed or baked and is used in salads, main dishes or casseroles, and side dishes of rice. Though enjoyed by rich people or middle-class people, long grain rice can be rarity for the poor since this rice is in high demand for marriage parties, for guest visitations, and other such functions where people like to eat the large grains. Most Biryanis are prepared with long grain rice just because the grains do not get stuck together. People also use long grain rice for making sweet rice as dessert.

Rice has been the most used and sought after staple cereal in the world for every class of people. There are varieties of rice that are grown in different climate conditions and different regions. All rice is classified as short, medium or long-grain based on its length to width ratio when cooked. Long grain rice is one such variety slender and lengthy, three to four times longer than its width. This classification of rice is based on long grain white, basmati, and jasmine rice, and plus long-grain brown rice. Since long grain rice is light and dry when cooked, it is perfect for Biryani, Pulao and porridge, side dishes, or salads where the grains tend to retain a distinct separateness. In wedding parties and function, people prefer long grain rice for guests since rice grain when cooked as Biryani or Pulao appear so majestic and tasty.

Types of Long Grain Rice:

Following are some of the long grain rice:

Basmati Rice: When it comes to long grain rice varieties, most people choose this rice just because it is of Indian origin rice being cultivated in the state of Punjab, Haryana, Jammu & Kashmir, and Uttar Pradesh and it possesses fascinating aroma.

Jasmine Rice: This rice is as popular as Basmati rice, but is cultivated in Thailand, Cambodia, and other Southeast Asian countries. It is also known for its aroma and long grain size.

Carolina Gold Rice: This long grain rice variety is found in the US market. It is commonly used for making salads and other spicy rice delicacies. However, as compared to Jasmine and Basmati rice, this one does not possess any aroma.

Mogra Rice: This is an Indian variety of fragrant long-grain rice. It is of two types: Mogra Rice and mini Mogra Rice. Mogra rice is considered an alternative to Basmati rice.

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