Definition: Aburagiri is a traditional form of the Thai "nana" (a rice-based dish) that is popular across Thailand, especially in the provinces of Khmerbari, Bangladon, and Mueang Sai Yai. It typically consists of rice cooked with various vegetables like eggplant, bamboo shoots, carrots, onions, and peanuts. The dish has a sweet and savory taste, often accompanied by spices such as turmeric, lemongrass, garlic, and fish sauce. The word "aburagiri" is derived from the Thai word "nana," which means "rice." It is cooked in an oven-like pan called a "sambol", which is then baked until it is light and fluffy. The rice, typically basmati or long-grain white rice, is soaked in water to absorb all its moisture before cooking. The vegetables are often cooked separately from the rice. In Thai culture, "nana" is also known as "kabun" (literally meaning "rice noodle"), which was a staple dish in Khmerbari and other regions of Thailand. It consists of fermented rice that has been simmered with various ingredients like fish sauce, coconut milk, and vegetables. The term "aburagiri" has evolved over time in Thai culinary traditions, but it remains an important part of the cuisine of many people in Thailand.

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