THALASSERY BIRYANI RICE ( JEERAKASALA / KAIMA / JEERAKASAMBA ARI ) Thalassery Biryani is world famous for its aunthetic taste and is a Kerala favorite. one you can see for almost every special occasion. Yet another speciality is the rice used for making this biryani, Kaima rice or Jeerakasala rice is used, it’s a short grain rice that imparts an unique flavor and aroma and is widely used in Malabar region.