BASMATI RICE 500 g

Basmati rice from Oltresole is an Italian artisanal product traditionally grown in the rice fields of the lower Ferrara area. It is a long grain rice variety typical of northern India and Pakistan. The term "Basmati" derives from the word "vasmati" which in Sanskrit means "fragrant". The meaning of its name refers to its most appreciated feature: the richness of aroma and fragrance. Basmati rice remains soft and is easier to process than the more classic types of rice. Compared to the other varieties of rice, basmati rice is characterized by a lower glycemic index - the speed at which the level of glucose present in the blood increases following the intake of a certain increase - thanks to the fact that the component of the rice is richer in amylose. starch which is less digestible by humans. Basmati like other types of rice can be cooked in various ways. It can be boiled steamed or pilaf. The cooking time of basmati rice varies according to the cooking method. Oltresole white basmati boiled in water cooks in about 10-12 minutes. Basmati rice does not appear as the most suitable rice for the preparation of risottos and soups but is mainly used to accompany spicy dishes based on fish, meat and vegetables and is good both hot and cold. Basmati rice is in fact delicious even unseasoned but to make it more delicious it can be flavored using lemon zest or juice, black cardamom, cloves, turmeric curry or pepper berries. PAIRING: Basmati rice with its characteristic taste lends itself very well to the preparation of Indian and oriental dishes. In fact, you can season it with vegetables with nuts and with the spices you prefer including ginger, cinnamon, cumin and coriander. Basmati rice is also suitable as rice for special risottos. In eastern countries, basmati rice can be eaten alone or can accompany various dishes and in this case we are talking about pilaf rice. It is Basmati rice cooked by water absorption to which onion, broth, cinnamon, cloves and butter are usually added. A tip is not to substitute basmati rice for normal rice for the preparation of risottos or timbales as it is not indicated: the grains are in fact too fragile for these types of cooking. On the other hand, it is perfect for preparing a quick and perfect fresh rice salad for summer. WELLNESS AND HEALTH: Basmati rice has the characteristic of being an important source of carbohydrates for our body and at the same time having a low glycemic index unlike other types of rice even when it is not wholemeal basmati rice. As with other varieties of rice, basmati rice is naturally gluten-free so its consumption is suitable for those who want to avoid foods that contain it. Basmati rice is low in fat. Among the mineral salts it brings to our body we find above all potassium. It is also a source of fiber and is also easy to digest as well as being very nutritious. According to Ayurveda, basmati rice is the king of rice and in general is part of the Sattvic foods that bring energy and nourishment to the body without weighing it down. FUN FACT: Basmati rice is a typically Indian variety. For more than 3000 years it has been cultivated in a huge area that includes parts of India and Pakistan. This is Punjab, the land of the five rivers, an alluvial plain which, due to the richness and fertility of the soil, has contributed significantly to the development of this rice.