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Rice is a grain belonging to the grass family. It is related to other grass plants such as wheat, oats and barley which produce grain for food and are known as cereals. Rice refers to two species (Oryza sativa and Oryza glaberrima) of grass, native to tropical and subtropical southeastern Asia and to Africa, which together provide more than one-fifth of the calories consumed by humans. Rice is rich in genetic diversity, with thousands of varieties grown throughout the world.
Throughout History, Rice has been one of man's most important foods. Today, this unique grain helps sustain two-thirds of the world's population. It is life for thousands of millions of people. It is deeply embedded in the cultural heritage of their societies. Rice cultivation is the principal activity and source of income for about hundred million households of Asia and Africa.
Rice is an integral part of most diets and remains today as the leading crop and most preferred food. The rice grain is famous for its versatility.It is non-allergic food, rich in complex Carbohydrates and is low in salts and fats. In many cultures and folklore rice is considered a gift of the gods.
The Chinese tradition holds that "the precious things are not pearls and jade but the five grains, of which ‘Rice’ is first".
Basmati, also known as the "Queen of Rice", this highly aromatic grain that is long and elegantly thin, has originated from Persian Language. The word Basmati is derived from 2 Persian words, Bas meaning "aroma" and Mati meaning "Princess/Queen"... Thus the word Basmati originated. That's why Basmati is referred to as "the King of Rice", rice fit for the royal. Basmati, the king of all varieties of rice, is pure, is nourishing for the body tissues and is easy to digest.
Pakistan Basmati is the finest variety of rice, and the most premium basmati rice money can buy. Characterized by a unique aroma, extra length and slender grain, high nutritional value, low fat content, fluffy texture and easy digestibility, simply tastes divine.
The grain becomes two-three times longer on being cooked. Clear crisp waters descend from the snow-capped mountains of the famous Himalayas and irrigate the fertile soil of the Punjab, the land of the Five Rivers; it is here that Basmati is cultivated. This very water and fertile soil give its unique aroma and taste.
Basmati Rice is a simple grain, yet throughout history it has been on royal menus of various cultures as the main dish. From the pilav of Turkey, polou of Persia, pilafs of the Steppes, the isotos and paellas of the Mediterranean, to the pulau of India it has been served to great sultans, maharajahs, shahs and emperors. Spices, nuts, dried fruits, vegetables and herbs are a natural for Basmati rice. Basmati rice transforms rice dishes into extraordinary meals. This highly aromatic rice is Pakistan's gift to the whole world.
THE SPECIALISTS IN RICE PROCESSING AND EXPORTS
REDDOT Premium Basmati Rice is the finest quality basmati grown in Pakistan. It is grown in the fertile soil of the Punjab and is watered by the rivers originating from the Himalayas. Each grain of REDDOT Basmati Rice is treated as a "Princess" and is gently hand tendered by dedicated farmers.
REDDOT Basmati Rice is premium form of basmati. The extra long grain, unforgettable taste, unique aroma, pearl-white, smooth look, fluffy texture, protein-enriched and less chalky appearance make REDDOT Basmati rice truly the "Princess of Basmati". REDDOT Basmati is made with only the best quality basmati rice available in Pakistan. Each grain of REDDOT Basmati is at least 7.4mm long and has its tips intact. It is milled it to a whiteness of 40 kett. Then after meeting with all the stringent quality specifications, it is then aged for a period of over one year. The rice is then processed on the state of the art plant.
Traditionally Basmati rice is associated with Birayanis and Pilaus/ pilafs, the delicate texture and exotic natural fragrance of REDDOT Basmati makes it ideal for these traditional rice dishes. REDDOT Basmati also makes delicious Zarda (sweet rice) and Kheer (rice pudding). REDDOT Basmati will be a perfect partner for all the Traditional, Mughlai, Chinese or Continental dishes you prepare.
What is nurtured by lush green fields of the Punjab & fed by the waters of the Himalayas is cradled to perfection in our hands. REDDOT Premium Basmati is nature's gift preserved by REDDOT Enterprises.
Introduction: What is Rice? Rice is a grain belonging to the grass family. It is related to other grass plants such as wheat, oats and barley which ...
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