Annam Mottakaruppan (Matta) Rice 5 kg

🛕 Annam Mottakaruppan (Matta) Rice ✦ Traditional South Indian Short-Grain Rice with a Soft Texture 🌾 Perfect for Idli, Dosa, and Pongal 🍚

Description

Annam Mottakaruppan (Matta) Rice is a variety of rice grown and widely consumed in South India, particularly in the states of Tamil Nadu and Karnataka 🛕. The grains are short, round, and plump, with a creamy-white color, and once cooked, they become soft and fluffy with a slight natural stickiness 🌾.
This texture makes the rice perfect for preparing traditional dishes such as 🍚 idli, dosa, pongal, and other rice-based dough dishes. Its mild, neutral taste means it pairs wonderfully with spices, vegetables, chutneys, and sauces, without dominating the dish's aroma but rather enhancing it 🍛.

Key Features

🌾 Short-grain, non-aromatic variety – short, round, and full grains, typical of South India.
🍚 Soft and slightly sticky texture when cooked – ideal for idli, dosa, and fermented dishes.
🍛 Mild, neutral taste – an excellent backdrop for spices and additions.
⚡ Rich source of energy – high carbohydrate content as primary fuel for the body.
🌿 Naturally gluten-free and easily digestible – suitable for people with gluten intolerance and sensitive digestive systems.
🛕 Cultural significance – often used during festivals, religious ceremonies, and traditional celebrations in South India.

Preparation Method

Soak Annam Mottakaruppan (Matta) Rice for several hours to soften the grains and reduce cooking time.
Cook by boiling, steaming, or in a pressure cooker until you achieve a soft, fluffy texture.
Use for preparing idli, dosa, pongal, and classic rice for South Indian dishes.

Nutritional Values per 100g

| Energy | 370 kcal |
| Fat | 2.75 g |
| – of which saturates | 0.55 g |
| Carbohydrates | 78.7 g |
| – of which sugars | 0.5 g |
| Protein | 7.6 g |
| Salt | 0.0 g |

Ingredients

Rice.

Storage

Store in a cool, dry place, in a tightly sealed container, to protect from moisture and preserve the freshness of the grains.

Country of Origin

India