Kataribhog rice

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Kataribhog is a fragrant rice in Bangladesh. It is mainly found in Dinajpur area. Kataribhog of Dinajpur is a Geographical Indication(GI) product of Bangladesh. [1]

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Quality

This rice looks slender and long. Its tip is a little sharp and curved like a knife. This is not the case in all areas of Bangladesh. Even in Dinajpur, this special variety of paddy is cultivated only in Fashilahat, Choto Baul, Bara Baul, Karimulapur, Khanpur of Dinajpur Sadar Upazila, Kaugaon, Bistopur, Talpukur Mukundapur, Durgadanga, Viail, Paschim Baul and Kaharole upazilas of Chirirbandar Upazila. High sandy-loamy soils are suitable for Kataribhog cultivation. [2]

Historical legend

It is said that Mughal emperor Aurangzeb once summoned King Prannath of Dinajpur to his court on charges of corruption. Prannath took precious stones and Kataribhog rice gifts to the emperor. The emperor was more pleased to receive the Kataribhog rice than the gift of jewels and was pleased to give Prannath the title of 'Maharaja'. [3]

Uses

The Flattened rice made from Kataribhog rice is well-known. pilaf, biryani, zarda, kheer, phirni, etc., can be prepared with this rice. This rice is fragrant and delicious.

See also

Reference

  1. ↑ "Six more products received GI certification". The Daily Ittefaq . Ittefaq Online Desk. Retrieved 14 October 2024.
  2. ↑ "History of Dinajpur's Kataribhog Rice". chirirbandar.com. Retrieved 14 October 2024.
  3. ↑ "Dinajpur's Kataribhog, admired across the country". Bangladesh Pratidin . 10 December 2020. Retrieved 14 October 2024.

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