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'''Samba''' is a variety of [[rice]] grown in [[Sri Lanka]], and has a small ovular grain, compared to the long grain of Indian [[basmati rice]]. |
'''Samba''' is a variety of [[rice]] grown in [[Sri Lanka]], and has a small ovular grain, compared to the long grain of Indian [[basmati rice]]. |
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All Samba rice grain is harvested locally on the island and there are many sub-varieties ranging in grain size and price. Jiru Samba is the most expensive sub-variety and has the smallest grain. It is approximately a third the size of a grain of basmati rice. |
All Samba rice grain is harvested locally on the island and there are many sub-varieties ranging in grain size and price. Jiru Samba is the most expensive sub-variety and has the smallest grain. It is approximately a third the size of a grain of basmati rice. |
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| ⚫ | Samba rice is grown extensively in the South Indian state of Tamilnadu. Rice grown in Samba season (Aug through Jan) is referred to as Samba rice.<ref>[http://www.irri.org/irrc/SSNM/country%20sites/india/Tamil%20Nadu.asp www.irri.org/]</ref> This rice is grown for a longer duration compared to other types of rice. |
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| ⚫ | Samba rice is grown extensively in the South Indian state of Tamilnadu. Rice grown in Samba season (Aug through Jan) is referred to as Samba rice |
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==See also== |
==See also== |
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*[[List of rice varieties]] |
*[[List of rice varieties]] |
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==References== |
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[[Category:Tamil cuisine]] |
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Samba is a variety of rice grown in Sri Lanka, and has a small ovular grain, compared to the long grain of Indian basmati rice.
Samba rice has a distinct taste and can be described as having a more 'starchy' or 'corny' flavour, and thus is an acquired taste preferred mainly by the locals of the island.
The grain itself is much harder than the other varieties and when cooked is less 'fluffy' in texture so gives a more filling meal with a higher caloric value.
All Samba rice grain is harvested locally on the island and there are many sub-varieties ranging in grain size and price. Jiru Samba is the most expensive sub-variety and has the smallest grain. It is approximately a third the size of a grain of basmati rice.
Samba rice is grown extensively in the South Indian state of Tamilnadu. Rice grown in Samba season (Aug through Jan) is referred to as Samba rice.[1] This rice is grown for a longer duration compared to other types of rice.
