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Name

The ear heads of this variety appear like open umbrellas and hence the name "Kudaivazhai" (Kudai - Umbrella). Since it cleans the intestine and keeps us healthy it is also called as Kudalvazhai (Kudal - intestine in Tamil).

 

Characteristics of the grain

The colour of the rice is red and it has coarse grains.

 

Special Features

The glycemic index (GI) of this variety is low(66) and hence a prefered variety by diabetes patients.

 

Therapeutic properties

It is used for improving digestion.


Cooking / Dishes

Highly suitable for making Idly and Dosa.

Kudaivazhai (Boiled Rice) - குடைவாழை (புழுங்கலரிசி)

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  • High in protein, iron, calcium, zinc, and phosphorus.

    Nutritional Content

    Boiled Kudaivazhai

    (per 100 g)*

    Modern Varieties

    (per 100 g)**

    Calcium (mg)

    35.20

    8.11

    Iron (mg)

    7.10

    0.72

    Potassium (mg)

    279.00

    142

    Magnesium (mg)

    108.20

    26.72

    Zinc (mg)

    2.40

    1.08

    Phosphorus (mg)

    308.6

    140

    Carbohydrate (g)

    73.64

    77.16

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