Lakshmi Mappillai Samba Rice 1 Kg

Description

Mappillai Samba is a heritage rice variety from Tamil Nadu, recognisable for its reddish-brown grain and more substantial bite. It is not a substitute for fluffy basmati: the point is its nutty, rustic character and the way it sits comfortably with South Indian gravies and vegetable dishes.

Rinse it, then allow extra cooking time compared with white basmati. A soak can shorten the cooking time, and a pressure cooker is a practical route for a softer result; use more water than you would for polished long-grain rice.

Is Mappillai Samba the same as basmati? No. It is a South Indian heritage red rice with a different grain, colour and texture, so choose it for a hearty rice meal rather than a fluffy biryani.

Does red rice take longer to cook? Usually, yes. Soaking first and using a pressure cooker can make the process more convenient, but check the grain as it cooks because timings vary by method.

For a useful comparison, Swagat Idly Rice in a five kilo bag is another option, while the rest of the rice aisle covers daily cooking, biryani and South Indian staples. Vegetarian. Store in a cool, dry place in a sealed container away from direct sunlight. Order online at Panjab Supermarket for same-day delivery across Nieuwegein, Utrecht, Leidsche Rijn, Vleuten, Maarssen, Zeist, Bunnik, IJsselstein, Vianen, and Culemborg. Free delivery on orders over 49 euros.