Top 5 Most Consumed Types of Rice Around the World

3. Basmati Rice

For millions of consumers across India, Pakistan, the Gulf and other parts of the Middle East, Basmati is one of the most familiar premium rice varieties.

Basmati is known for its:

•    Extra-long grains 
•    Distinctive aroma 
•    Light, fluffy texture 
•    Ability to remain separate when properly cooked 

It is especially popular for dishes such as:

Biryani, pulao, mandi, kabsa, curries and grilled meat dishes.

India and Pakistan are the principal producers and exporters of Basmati.

The Middle East is particularly important for the Basmati trade. USDA data have identified Saudi Arabia as a major Basmati market, while large quantities are also consumed across other Gulf countries. 

This helps explain why Basmati occupies so much supermarket shelf space in the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Oman, Kuwait and Bahrain.

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