Navara Rice – Ancient Ayurvedic Heritage Rice

Description

For more than two thousand years, Navara has held a place in Ayurveda that no other rice can claim. Reddish, earthy and creamy when cooked, this rare heritage variety has been treasured in traditional Kerala kitchens for generations. We grow it chemical-free, so a grain steeped in ancient tradition reaches your kitchen exactly as nature — and heritage — intended.

In your kitchen

Best treated gently — slow-cooked into a nourishing porridge or kheer. Soak well and cook with plenty of water or milk. A traditional, comforting grain long cherished in classical Ayurvedic kitchens.

How to cook it

• Soak well — at least 30 minutes.
• Slow-cook with plenty of water or milk until soft and creamy; it’s a porridge grain, not a fluffy table rice.
• Traditional uses: navara kanji (rice gruel), payasam and nourishing one-pot meals.

Why you’ll love it

• Chemical-Free – Grown and processed without synthetic pesticides or chemicals
• Gluten-Free – Naturally gluten-free, suitable for gluten-sensitive diets
• Antioxidant-Rich – Naturally rich in antioxidants that help the body fight oxidative stress
• Easy to Digest – Light and gentle on the stomach

Frequently asked questions

What is Navara rice traditionally used for?
In Kerala’s Ayurvedic tradition it’s the grain for kanji (a soft rice gruel) and gentle, nourishing preparations. It turns creamy when slow-cooked, which is exactly how it’s meant to be eaten.

Can I cook it like regular rice for meals?
You can, but it shines as a porridge or kheer. If you want a heritage rice for everyday plates, Rajamudi or our red rice are better fits.

Storage

Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place, away from moisture and direct sunlight. Best used within 6 months of packing.

The Krish Royal Organics promise

Sourced direct from farmers who grow without synthetic chemicals. Certified under NPOP (India Organic), FSSAI, APEDA, ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 22000:2018. Freshly packed in small batches.