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Ponni rice | Thanjavur Ponni Rice | Tanjur Ponni rice | 5 lbs | 2.26 Kg

Ponni rice | Thanjavur Ponni Rice | Tanjur Ponni rice | 5 lbs | 2.26 Kg

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Thanjavur Ponni Rice 

Ponni Rice is a popular South Indian rice variety known for its light texture, pleasant aroma, and versatility. Traditionally cultivated in Thanjavur Tamil Nadu, Ponni rice is a staple in many South Indian households and is well suited for everyday meals.

When cooked, Ponni rice produces soft, fluffy grains that pair beautifully with sambar, rasam, curries, dal, vegetables, and yogurt. It can also be used to prepare traditional dishes such as lemon rice, coconut rice, tomato rice, biryani, and curd rice.

Key Features

  • 🌾 Popular South Indian staple rice

  • 🍚 Soft and fluffy when properly cooked

  • 🌿 Mild, pleasant taste

  • 🍛 Excellent for everyday meals and traditional recipes

  • 🥘 Versatile enough for rice dishes, mixed rice, and lunch preparations

How to Use

For stovetop cooking:

  1. Measure the desired quantity of Ponni rice.

  2. Rinse thoroughly 2–3 times until the water becomes relatively clear.

  3. Soak for 15–30 minutes if desired.

  4. Add approximately 2–2½ cups of water for every 1 cup of rice, adjusting according to the specific variety and preferred texture.

  5. Bring to a boil, then cover and cook on low heat until the rice is tender and the water is absorbed.

  6. Let it rest for 5–10 minutes, then gently fluff with a fork.

Serving ideas:
Enjoy with sambar, rasam, dal, vegetable curries, chicken or fish curry, or use it to make traditional South Indian mixed-rice dishes.

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