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Black Rice Flakes

Black Rice Flakes

Rs. 220.00 INR
Rs. 220.00 INR
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Black Rice Flakes (historically celebrated as Forbidden Rice Flakes, Kavuni Arisi Aval in Tamil, and Karutha Ari Aval in Malayalam) are made by parboiling, flattening, and drying whole, unpolished black rice grains (Oryza sativa L.). Structurally similar to regular flattened white rice (Poha), they offer a far superior, elite nutritional density.

The flakes showcase a stunning deep purple-to-jet-black hue because they retain 100% of their natural, unpolished bran layer. When hydrated, they deliver a deeply robust, nutty, and slightly sweet flavor profile with a pleasantly chewy texture. Once considered a rare grain reserved exclusively for ancient royalty due to its health-boosting profile, black rice is now celebrated as a modern superfood.

NUTRITlON INFO

Approximate nutritional breakdown per 100-gram serving of dry Black Rice Flakes:

Calories~340 - 360 kcal

Carbohydrates~72g - 74g

Protein~8.5g - 9.5g

Dietary Fiber~2.8g - 3.5g

Fat~1.5g - 2.3g

Glycemic Index (GI)Very Low (~43)

USAGE/RECIPE

Because the grains have already been parboiled and flattened, they do not require any tedious cooking. However, because black rice bran is thicker and tougher than white rice, it requires a slightly longer hydration time.

💡 The Softening Technique

  • The Rinse & Soak: Place the black rice flakes in a strainer and rinse them thoroughly under running water for 30 seconds.
  • The Rest: Transfer the damp flakes to a bowl, sprinkle 1–2 tablespoons of water or milk over them, cover, and let them sit for 8 to 10 minutes. They will absorb the moisture completely and turn beautifully soft and fluffy while retaining their unique bite.

Popular Culinary Applications

  • Royal Kavuni Aval Poha (Savory Breakfast): Heat a splash of oil or ghee in a pan; temper with mustard seeds, urad dal, green chilies, curry leaves, and sliced onions. Toss in your rinsed and softened black rice flakes. Season with salt and a pinch of turmeric, stir gently on low heat for 3 minutes, and garnish with plenty of fresh grated coconut.
  • Sweet Kavuni Aval (Traditional Snack): Take your softened black rice flakes and gently mix them with freshly grated coconut, cardamon powder, and molten jaggery syrup or raw coconut sugar. This yields an exquisite, mineral-rich evening snack that is highly popular in South India.
  • No-Cook Yogurt Porridge: Mix the lightly hydrated black rice flakes directly into a bowl of chilled, salted curd (yogurt) or buttermilk seasoned with crushed ginger and curry leaves. It serves as an incredibly refreshing, gut-cooling breakfast or lunch during hot weather.
  • Antioxidant Breakfast Cereal: Toss the dry flakes into a hot pan and dry-roast them for 2–3 minutes until they become ultra-crisp. Pour them into a bowl, add warm or cold milk, top with sliced almonds or fresh berries, and sweeten with honey for a superfood spin on cornflakes.

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