Poongar Rice | பூங்கார் அரிசி

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How to Prepare

Wash the rice thoroughly two or three times using clean water. Soak the rice for approximately 2 to 3 hours before cooking to improve texture and achieve even cooking. Cook with sufficient water until the grains become soft. Poongar Rice is suitable for preparing steamed rice for daily meals and can also be soaked and ground into batter for making traditional idli, dosa, appam, and idiyappam. It is equally suitable for preparing wholesome kanji, payasam, and many other authentic South Indian rice recipes. Its versatility makes it an excellent choice for both everyday cooking and festive dishes.

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Usage Ideas

- Steamed Rice: Enjoy with sambar, rasam, kuzhambu, and vegetable curries.

- Idli: Prepare soft traditional idli using fermented batter.

- Dosa: Make crispy and flavourful dosa.

- Appam: Prepare soft and fluffy traditional appam.

- Idiyappam: Steam into healthy and delicious idiyappam.

- Kanji: Prepare wholesome traditional rice porridge.

- Payasam: Make a rich and authentic festive dessert.

- Traditional Rice Recipes: Suitable for a wide variety of South Indian dishes.

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Ingredients

• 100% Poongar Rice

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Nutritional Info

• Energy: Naturally Present
• Protein: Naturally Present
• Carbohydrates: Naturally Present
• Dietary Fiber: Naturally Present
• Natural Plant Compounds: Naturally Present
• Calcium: Naturally Present
• Iron: Naturally Present
• Potassium: Naturally Present
• Vitamins: Naturally Present
• Naturally Occurring Minerals: Present

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Quick Tips

• Soak Before Cooking: Soak for 2 to 3 hours for improved texture and even cooking.
• Rinse Well: Wash thoroughly before soaking to remove natural surface impurities.
• Store Properly: Keep in an airtight container in a cool, dry place away from moisture and direct sunlight.

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Health Benefits

• Heritage Food: A traditional Tamil rice variety enjoyed for generations.
• Whole Grain: Naturally wholesome and suitable as part of a balanced diet.
• Naturally Nourishing: Complements everyday home-cooked meals.
• Traditional Choice: Ideal for authentic South Indian recipes.
• Versatile Grain: Suitable for daily meals as well as traditional festive dishes.

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Who Can Use This

• Children
• Adults
• Senior Citizens
• Students
• Working Professionals
• Fitness Enthusiasts
• Families