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Kala Bhaat

Kala Bhaat

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This is a classic payesh that needs little description. The slight sweetness balances the subtle nuttiness of kala bhaat.

 

about the rice

One of our finest aromatic, non-white varieties, kala bhaat has been an important part of folk rice revival. The highly glutinous rice has a longer growth-harvest cycle, but contributes significantly to maintain bio-diversity.

 

flavour nutty, popcorn
aroma

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appearance

Kala bhaat is speckled black in appearance, slender and firm. Once cooked, it produces rich purple glutinous rice.

storage

store this rice in air-tight containers with lids in a cool place away from moisture

cooking

absorption method, steaming
time 18-25 minutes


what you can cook with it

The highly glutinous rice variety does not turn mushy, which makes it good for risottos or porridge. However, while cooking it for the first time, take note of the amount of water to put in to find what works for you.


 

botanical name Oryza sativa
origin West Bengal
processing atap (non-parboiled)

 

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