Is basmati rice a vegan food? Unpacking the Plant-Based Pantry Staple
                                
                                
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                                Rice is the staple food for around 50% of the world's population, and in its pure form, basmati rice is a naturally vegan food. This versatile, fragrant long-grain rice is entirely plant-derived, but its vegan status can change depending on how it is prepared or what's added to a pre-packaged mix.