Idly Rice

Idly rice is a type of short or medium-grain parboiled rice specially processed for making South Indian dishes like idli and dosa. It undergoes partial boiling in the husk, which hardens the grain, enhances its nutrition, and gives it a slightly firm texture ideal for grinding into batter.

When soaked and ground with urad dal (black gram), idly rice helps produce a smooth, fluffy batter that ferments well, resulting in soft and spongy idlis. The parboiling process also improves the rice’s digestibility and preserves essential nutrients such as calcium, potassium, and vitamin B.

Idly rice is distinct from regular raw rice due to its texture and moisture absorption properties, making it the preferred choice for traditional South Indian breakfasts and fermented rice-based dishes.