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1121 Basmati Rice or 1509 Basmati Rice: What's the Difference?
1121 Basmati and 1509 Basmati are both extra-long-grain basmati varieties of comparable quality. The main difference lies in the growing period: 1509 matures more quickly (115 instead of 145 days). Visually, they are very similar. Both are equally suitable for cooking – which variety suits you best will become clear when cooking.
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Basmati rice vs. jasmine rice: which rice suits your dish?
Basmati or jasmine rice – which one should go in the pot? Both belong to the aromatic long-grain rice varieties, but they differ in fragrance and, above all, in texture. Your choice affects whether the rice sits loosely on the plate or accompanies the sauce in a soft, slightly sticky way.
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Basmati rice or sella rice: Which one suits your dish?
White basmati is ideal for delicate, aromatic rice side dishes and pulao. Sella basmati keeps a firmer structure when cooked and is better suited for biryani and layered dishes, as the grains remain firm and hold their shape when layered and kept warm.