Karunguruvai is a traditional rice variety native to the South Indian parts like Tamilnadu, Kerala and Karnataka.
Though it appears as red, it belongs to the black rice variety. The kernel of the rice is blackish and the rice within is reddish in tinge.
Use:
- Soak for 1 hours. Pressure cook - rice and water in a 1:3, three whistles.
- For making batters idlis, dosa, paniyaram.
- Can also used in making puttu
- Also, you can always use it like any other rice.
It is known to be quite nutritious :
- It is rich in antioxidants and minerals.
- It is said to boost immunity and also make our nervous system stronger.
- Said to aid in diabetes management.
- Aids in treating various disorders - all orthopaedic disorders, arthritis, elephantiasis, and chickenpox.
