I used Basmati rice for my version, and it is one you need if you are preparing this for a potluck. That’s because the basmati rice grains tend to steam well and not stick to each other, and that gives an elegant look and brings the perfect texture to the recipe. You could also use Sona Masoori kind with decent results. Any rice variety that sticks more than usual, like the Jasmine rice, is not the right choice for this recipe.