Rice Varieties
Arikiravi
Background
Arikiravi rice is native to Kerala. This variety was named after a god and a place where it is cultivated. (Ari – Lord Shiva, kirai – black and marshy land). It is widely cultivated in Thoothukudi district.
Nutritional Properties
This rice is rich zinc content (2.06 mg/100g).
Therapeutic Properties
It has high fibre content and medicinal properties.
Suggested Dishes
It is extremely suitable for making fluffy idlys, dosa and porridge.
Seasons
It is normally cultivated during Samba (July 15th to January 14th)
Color and Quality of Rice
The rice is red in colour which is bold and coarse
Crop duration
130 days
Adopt this Rice
INR 15,000
Background
Arikiravi rice is native to Kerala. This variety was named after a god and a place where it is cultivated. (Ari – Lord Shiva, kirai – black and marshy land). It is widely cultivated in Thoothukudi district.
Nutritional Properties
This rice is rich zinc content (2.06 mg/100g).
Therapeutic Properties
It has high fibre content and medicinal properties.
Suggested Dishes
It is extremely suitable for making fluffy idlys, dosa and porridge.
Background
Arikiravi rice is native to Kerala. This variety was named after a god and a place where it is cultivated. (Ari – Lord Shiva, kirai – black and marshy land). It is widely cultivated in Thoothukudi district.
Nutritional Properties
This rice is rich zinc content (2.06 mg/100g).
Therapeutic Properties
It has high fibre content and medicinal properties.
Suggested Dishes
It is extremely suitable for making fluffy idlys, dosa and porridge.
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