Mappillai Samba Rice: A Culinary Delight with Hidden Health Benefits!

What is Mappilai samba Rice?

Mappillai samba rice is one of Tamilnadu, India's most famous rice varieties. The rice is red, rich in iron and zinc, and can help produce haemoglobin and myoglobin. It is also called bridegroom rice, where a bridegroom (Mappilai in Tamil) is asked to lift a heavy round rock to express his physical power. Podhigaiherbs.com offers a wide range of traditional rice varieties.

Health benefits of Mappilai samba rice

1. It is high in fibre, which can help for easy digestion.

2. It can help to increase haemoglobin content in our body

3. It is the best rice variety for diabetic patients. It can increase energy levels and induce growth, commonly given to kids.

4. It improves sexual activities for the bridegroom. Mappilai samba rice contains high nutritional value

5. This rice can strengthen our kidneys.

6. It can help to lower cholesterol levels in your body

7. Mappilai samba contains 49 grams of carbohydrates and 10% proteins 

8. Apart from Iron and Zinc, it contains magnesium, phosphorus, molybdenum, and manganese.

Recipe for Mappilai Samba Rice Dosa:

The renowned Mappilai Samba Rice is gaining increasing popularity as a rice variety suitable for organic farming due to its minimal need for fertilizers or pesticides. Despite our previous preference for white refined rice over these traditional variants, there is a growing interest in diverse rice and millet varieties. For those intrigued by this unique rice, consider incorporating it into your dosa batter for a delightful twist to your recipe.

Ingredients:

• 1 Cup Mappilai Samba Rice
• One up Parboiled Idli Rice
• ½ Cup Urad dal
• Two tablespoons Chana dal
• Two teaspoon Methi seeds
• Salt - As required
• Oi - For drizzling

Method:

Begin by soaking a combination of Mappilai samba rice, parboiled idli rice, round urad dal, chana dal, and methi in a bowl for four to five hours. After soaking, blend the ingredients with adequate water until a smooth batter is achieved. Incorporate salt into the mixture and allow it to ferment overnight. 

For dosa preparation, heat a pan and grease it with oil. Pour a spoonful of batter onto the pan in a spiral motion. Sprinkle oil around the edges and cook on medium heat while covered. Once the dosa turns crispy, carefully remove it from the pan and serve promptly with chutneys or curries.

Tips: 

Since we are covering the dosa with a lid, there is no need to flip it. If you prefer cooking without a lid, rotate the pan to cook the other side. Due to the firm nature of mappillai samba rice compared to other varieties, it requires additional soaking time. Furthermore, a small amount of extra water should be added to the batter for optimal fermentation.

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