Description
Red Rice Puttu Mix is a blend of coarsely ground red rice that is ideal for preparing puttu, a traditional South Indian dish. The flour is made from unpolished red rice, which keeps the natural nutrients found in the bran, making the dish more wholesome. To prepare, the Red Rice Puttu Mix is combined with water and a little salt, then layered with grated coconut and steamed in a puttu kutti (a cylindrical steamer). The result is a soft, fragrant and slightly chewy puttu that can be served with coconut, banana, curry or sugar for a delicious and filling meal. The unique flavor and texture of red rice make it a more robust and satisfying option compared to standard white rice puttu.
Why Red Rice Puttu Maavu
- Rich in Fiber – Red rice contains more dietary fiber than white rice.
- Satisfying – The fiber keeps you full for longer.
- Gluten-Free
Highlights of Red Rice Puttu Maavu (puttu flour):
- Main Ingredient: Made primarily from red rice, a whole grain rice with the outer bran layer intact, giving it a reddish color.
- Nutritional Value: Red rice is naturally rich in fiber, antioxidants, B vitamins and minerals like iron and magnesium.
- Flavor & Texture: It has a slightly nutty and earthy flavor with a coarse texture, perfect for making traditional steamed puttu.
- Preparation: The red rice is soaked, dried, and coarsely ground to form the puttu maavu. It is typically mixed with grated coconut and water before steaming.
Red Rice Puttu Maavu | சிவப்பு அரிசி புட்டு மாவு | ചുവന്ന അരി പുട്ട് മാവ് | लाल चावल पुट्टू आटा | ఎర్ర బియ్యం పుట్టు పిండి | ಕೆಂಪು ಅಕ್ಕಿ ಪುಟ್ಟು ಹಿಟ್ಟು