Maapillai Samba Rice 1 kg (sprout activated, parboiled) ORGANIC

Did you know that Maapillai Samba rice is referred to as “bridegroom’s rice” due to its traditional association with boosting strength and vitality, particularly for men preparing for marriage? Historically, it was believed to enhance stamina, support muscle strength, and improve overall vitality. Maapillai Samba rice is rich in iron, which helps prevent anemia, and its high fiber content benefits digestion and overall gut health.

Maapillai Samba Rice – an indigenous red rice variety, sprout-activated®, parboiled, and partially semipolished. “Semipolished” refers to the milling process, where part of the outer bran layers is partially removed to make it more suitable as table rice, as the fully hand-pounded version can be too chewy and take longer to cook.

Sprout Activation Process: Maapillai Samba rice undergoes a controlled sprout activation process, with its husk, involving soaking the grains in water for a specific duration. This allows the rice to initiate germination, which enhances the bioavailability of key nutrients, including amino acids, B-vitamins, and antioxidants, while reducing anti-nutritional factors like phytic acid. After germination, the rice is carefully dried to halt further sprouting, ensuring optimal nutrient retention.

Parboiling Process: Following sprout activation, Maapillai Samba rice is subjected to parboiling, a hydrothermal treatment involving soaking, steaming, and drying the grains while still in their husks. This process helps drive nutrients, particularly water-soluble vitamins and minerals, from the outer bran layers into the endosperm, making the rice nutritionally dense. Parboiling also improves the rice’s cooking qualities, resulting in firmer grains that are less prone to breaking.

Semipolished Milling: During milling, Maapillai Samba rice is semipolished, meaning approximately 80% of the bran and germ layers are retained. This preserves a significant portion of its nutritional content while making the rice more palatable and easier to cook than fully unpolished rice, which can be chewy and require longer cooking times.

Nutritional and Health Benefits:

• Rich Nutritional Profile: Maapillai Samba rice is a powerhouse of nutrients, containing high levels of fiber, B-complex vitamins, and minerals like iron, magnesium, and zinc. Its anthocyanin content contributes to antioxidant benefits.
• Lower Glycemic Index: The preservation of the bran and germ layers, combined with sprout activation, leads to slower digestion, lowering its glycemic index and making it a healthier choice for those managing blood sugar levels.
• Digestive Health: The high fiber content promotes gut health, aids digestion, and supports weight management.
• Antioxidant Properties: The red pigmentation of Maapillai Samba rice, due to anthocyanins, offers antioxidant properties that help combat oxidative stress, reduce inflammation, and potentially lower the risk of chronic diseases.

The combination of sprout activation, parboiling, and semipolishing ensures that Maapillai Samba rice is a nutritionally superior and health-conscious choice, well-suited as a table rice with a rich, nutty flavor.

– MJ 🤗