Chakhao
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Chakhao or Chak Hao (Manipuri black aromatic rice) is a species of paddy plant, found in the plains of Manipur, India.[1][2][3] It has two subspecies, "Chakhao Poireiton" and "Chakhao Amubi".[4] Chak Hao rice, also known as black rice stands out with its dark purple color and delicious nutty taste. Not only is Chak Hao rice packed with antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals, but it is also highly valued for its cultural and culinary significance in the region.
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Bibliography[change | change source]
- Asem, Ibemhal Devi (2017). The Deep Purple Color and the Scent are Two Great Qualities of the Black Scented Rice (Chakhao) of Manipur. IntechOpen.
References[change | change source]
- ↑ Li, Jin Quan (2017-03-15). Advances in International Rice Research. BoD – Books on Demand. ISBN 978-953-51-3009-3.
- ↑ Fauna of Manipur: Vertebrates and animal fossils. Zoological Survey of India. 2004. ISBN 978-81-8171-043-7.
- ↑ Singh, E. Ishwarjit (2005). Manipur, a Tourist Paradise. B.R. Publishing Corporation. ISBN 978-81-7646-506-9.
- ↑ "Manipur Black rice Chak-Hao gets GI tag". Archived from the original on 2021-04-19. Retrieved 2021-04-19.
