Overview: The action of pounding removes the husk and turns paddy into edible rice.Handpounding is one of the healthiest variants as it is pounded in mortar, pestle and stone grinder. This is called kaikuthal arisi (in tamil).It is a suitable type of rice for lunch and even a small portion of rice makes you to the fullest at dinner.These tight nutrients present in the handpounded rice makes a great combination of being nutritious and tasty at the same time.

Benefits: 1.This handpounded ponni rice is a good source of vitamin E which acts as a anti-aging agent. 2. Cholelithiasis is the formation of gallstones in our body. Consumption of insoluble fiber may decrease the risk of developing cholelithiasis. 3. The human body cannot produce manganese but it can store it liver, pancreas, bone, kidneys and brain. Kaikuthal rice helps to promote strong bones when combined with calcium and vitamin D. 4. It has a low glycemic index and hence it is suitable for diabetics. 5. Complex carbohydrates present in pounded rice helps to keep our stomach full for longer time.It helps to reduce obesity.

Nutritional Value (based on 100g) Energy........................................362kcal Protein........................................7.9g Dietary Fiber...............................1.0g Carbohydrate..............................76.0g Iron..............................................1.8mg Fat................................................2.7g Niacin...........................................4.3mg Thiamine.....................................0.41mg

Cookery: 1. Can be taken as meal. 2. Pongal. 3. Idli