Description:
- From the coastal state of Goa, Goan Red Rice is known for its unique firm texture and slightly nutty grains making it ideal for coconut milk-based curries.
- It is parboiled, meaning boiled in the husk. Parboiling makes rice easier to process by hand, improves its nutritional profile, and changes its texture.
- However, because of the special processing, parboiled rice is a better source of fibre, calcium, potassium, and vitamin B-6 than regular white rice.
- Parboiled rice is a common variety of rice that has been pre-cooked with its husk before being dried again, it's less sticky and conserves more nutrients which are good for a diabetic patient. Goan red rice grain is cooked and served just as you would white or brown rice.
Source
- Goan Red Rice is exquisite tasting rice from the coastal state of Goa, specially milled to leave distinctive red streaks that give it its name.
- Known commonly as Ukade rice, it is popular for its reddish colour and thicker grains. Its unique firm texture and slightly nutty grains make it ideal for coconut milk-based curries.
How To Use
- Wash rice a couple of times
- Soak it for about 20-30 minutes
- Boil the rice in water, when the water comes to a rolling boil add a little salt (optional)
- Cook till the rice is soft
- Drain the water completely using a sieve
- Serve alongside your favourite curry.
Health Benefits
- Parboiled rice has a Low Glycemic Index
- Rich source of B vitamins
- Keeps your stomach filled for a longer period as compared to other rice. So it keeps your appetite satisfied for longer.
- It’s a better source of fibre, calcium, potassium, and vitamin B-6 than regular white rice.
Why Buy Ours
- Our Goan red rice is of a very high quality which is rich in iron, highly nutritious, and rich in vitamins.
- More importantly, unlike conventional white rice, red rice helps in maintaining your blood sugar levels at a healthy mark. This is primarily due to the low starch content in red rice.