Chinigura Rice (Kalojeera Rice)
バングラデシュの誇り！極小粒の甘い香りの「お祝い米」
Description
The pride of BD. Unlike long-grain Basmati, this is a very short, tiny grain rice with an incredibly strong, sweet, popcorn-like aroma.
Classification: Rice
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How to use
Ingredients
- Chinigura rice(Kalojeera rice)
Instructions
- (Prep) Wash briefly, fry in ghee/spices, cook with minimal water to make fluffy Polao.
Learn more Substitutes, pairings, tips
Key spices
None
Substitutes at Japanese supermarkets
Japanese rice (no aroma, but similar shape)
Pairing
Morog Polao / Beef Tehari
Trivia
[Difference] THE biggest difference! Indian Biryani uses long Basmati; BD Polao/Tehari strictly uses this short, highly aromatic Chinigura rice.
Eating tips & etiquette
Tiny grains absorb sauce well while staying fluffy. Has a slightly chewier texture than Basmati.
Allergen
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