About this product
The fragrant heritage rice of eastern Uttar Pradesh — naturally aromatic, with a lower glycaemic impact than common white rice.
Aromatic heritage grain Built for everyday Indian cooking, lab-tested for low glycaemic impact, and made transparently — every claim on the pack is a number we can show you.
Nutrition per 100g
What's inside
Every ingredient on this pack is on the label, in the order it appears by weight. Nothing else.
How it's made
Sourcing
Sourced from its native geographical indication (GI) region in eastern Uttar Pradesh.
Traditional milling
Hulled gently to preserve the nutrient-rich bran layer.
Aroma check
Quality graded for moisture to protect its natural aroma.
Lab testing
Tested for GI index and nutritional metrics.
Why this product
Buddha's gift rice.
An ancient heritage rice known for its dark husk, sweet aroma, and soft texture when cooked.
Lower GI than regular rice.
Naturally has a lower glycaemic response due to its amylose structure.
Rich in minerals.
Higher in iron and zinc compared to common polished white rices.
Frequently asked
Why is it called Kala Namak?
+It is named after its black husk (Kala) and its origin in salt-marshy soils (Namak) of eastern UP.
How does it compare to Basmati?
+Kala Namak has a stronger, unique nutty aroma and is shorter-grained than Basmati, but cooks very soft.