Sona masuri

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 Polished Sona Masuri rice.
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Polished Sona Masuri rice.

Sona masuri (or its original name Swarna Masuri) is a medium-grain rice grown largely in the Indian states of Andra Pradesh and Karnataka. It is lightweight and aromatic, and considered to be of premium quality.

By large it is considered to be a healthy diet as it contains less starch and is easily digestible. Ideal for preparing dishes like sweet pongal, biryani etc..