Poongar Rice

Poongar Rice, is one of the traditional rice, it is slightly reddish in color and resembles Mappilai Samba Rice. This rice has more iron, magnesium and zinc compared to other colored grains. It has got a nutty flavor.Apart from Iron and Zinc, Poongar rice contains manganese, phosphorus, molybdenum, magnesium.

HEALTH BENEFITS

• Poongar is a wonderful cure for Women’s Hormonal problems.
• It Enhances stamina and boosts the immune system.
• Poongar rice is highly recommended for pregnant women and lactating mothers, as it provides strength to the body.
• It contains vitamin B1 which is specially helpful in case of mouth and stomach ulcer and stomach related problem.

USES

• It can be used to make Idly/Dosa Batter,
• It can be washed ,dried and grinded to make Kozhukattai.
• It can be washed ,dried and grinded  to make Puttu.