Black Karuppu Kavuni Rice

Name: Black Karuppu Kavuni Rice
Brand: Nannilam
Availability: InStock

Also called: கருப்பு கவுனி அரிசி · काला चावल

Black heirloom rice, a deep purple-black Tamil grain with antioxidants.

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Pack size: 500 g

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About this product

Black heirloom rice, a deep purple-black Tamil grain with antioxidants.

Karuppu Kavuni is a traditional black rice of Tamil Nadu. Its dark colour comes from natural anthocyanin pigments, the same family of antioxidants found in blueberries. Once cooked, it has a soft, slightly sticky bite and a nutty taste.

Why you will love it

Deep black-purple colour from natural antioxidants
Unpolished and fibre-rich
Traditional Tamil heirloom rice
Used for kavuni arisi sweet (halwa), pongal and kanji
Available in 500 g and 1 kg

Nannilam The Good Earth is an organic food store in Sholinganallur, OMR, Chennai, serving families for over 6 years. We source with care and pack fresh for you.

Nutrition

Per 100 g (approx., raw)

Energy: ~350 kcal
Protein: ~7-9 g
Carbohydrate: ~74 g
Fat: ~1-3 g
Fibre: ~2-4 g

How to cook

Soak4-6 hours

Water3 cups per 1 cup

Time5 whistles

Wash and soak for 4-6 hours. Cook with about 3 cups of water per 1 cup rice, or 5 whistles in a pressure cooker. Also used for the traditional Kavuni Arisi sweet.

How to store

Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place, away from moisture and direct sunlight. A few dried neem or bay leaves in the container help keep insects away. Use within the best-before date on the pack.