Karunkuruvai Rice / Red Rice - Organic

At Sudhantira, we bring back grains that don’t just fill - they heal. Karunkuruvai is a revered traditional red rice from Tamil Nadu, known for its deep reddish hue, strength-boosting nature and significance in Siddha medicine.

Grown on our certified organic farms using heirloom seeds and regenerative farming practices, this rice is sun-dried, hand-cleaned and left unpolished to retain its full spectrum of nutrients. From detox to daily use, it’s a grain that embodies food as medicine.

What is Karunkuruvai Rice?

Karunkuruvai is a short-grained, naturally pigmented red rice rich in iron, antioxidants and rare trace minerals. Traditionally used in healing therapies for its detoxifying and regenerative properties, it supports liver function, improves circulation and enhances vitality.

Its firm texture and earthy flavour make it ideal for a variety of Tamil dishes - from simple rice meals to therapeutic porridge.

Health Benefits of Sudhantira’s Karunkuruvai Rice

1. Lowers Risk of Arthritis
   Rich in anti-inflammatory properties that ease joint swelling and chronic pain.
   
   
2. Supports Nervous System Function
   Helps regulate nerve activity and improves cognitive function through vital minerals.
   
   
3. Boosts Immune Strength
   Fights infections and enhances white blood cell function naturally.
   
   
4. Detoxifies Liver and Blood
   Traditionally used in detox regimens for purifying vital organs.
   
   
5. Improves Skin Conditions
   Helps reduce skin flare-ups, rashes and infections due to its healing properties.

Why Choose Sudhantira’s Karunkuruvai Rice?

1. Grown on Our Own Organic Farms
   No outsourcing. No middlemen. Just direct-from-farm authenticity.
   
   
2. Traditional Seeds, Ethical Cultivation
   We use native, non-GMO seed varieties enriched through natural farming cycles.
   
   
3. Unpolished & Nutrient-Rich
   Minimal processing ensures the grain retains its bran layer, flavour and healing properties.
   
   
4. Small-Batch Milled & Fresh
   Processed seasonally to retain aroma, potency and purity without storage chemicals.
   
   
5. Backed by Tamil Wisdom
   Every grain is grown with intent - guided by ancestral practices and ecological integrity.

Who Should Eat Sudhantira’s Karunkuruvai Rice?

• Individuals recovering from fatigue, illness or post-surgery
  
  
• Women managing iron deficiency or seeking hormonal balance
  
  
• Adults with digestive issues or chronic inflammation
  
  
• Families transitioning to traditional, low-GI rice varieties
  
  
• Fitness-focused or diabetic individuals looking for clean carbs
  
  
• Anyone who values food that strengthens from within

How to Use Sudhantira’s Karunkuruvai Rice

• As Everyday Rice
  Soak for 4-5 hours and pressure cook (1:3 rice to water ratio). Pair with rasam, sambhar, kootu or gravies - it absorbs flavour beautifully.
  
  
• For Traditional Porridge (Kanji)
  Slow cook with water or coconut milk. Add dry ginger and palm jaggery for a nourishing, digestive-friendly bowl.
  
  
• In Tiffin or Meal Prep
  Use it for idli, dosa or paniyaram batters. Try it in tamarind rice, lemon rice or as a base for rice salads.
  
  
• In Herbal Healing Recipes
  Combine with greens like karisalankanni or manathakkali for liver health and detox meals recommended in Siddha texts.

Sudhantira’s Promise

Karunkuruvai is more than just rice - it’s a return to strength, purity and tradition. At Sudhantira, we grow this grain with reverence, not for mass yield but for meaningful nourishment. Every batch is a testament to our belief in food that restores, energises and connects you to your roots.

Choose Karunkuruvai. Choose Sudhantira. Choose food that respects your body and your soil.