Seeraga Samba Rice 1 Kg

Samba is a variety of rice grown in Tamil Nadu, some other parts of India and Sri Lanka. It has a small ovular grain, compared to the long grain of basmati rice. This rice is also very popular in West Bengal and there it is known as “Gobindo-bhog”. Samba rice has a distinct taste and can be described as having a more ‘starchy’ or ‘corny’ flavour.

The grain itself is much harder than the other varieties and when cooked is less ‘fluffy’ in texture so gives a more filling meal with a higher caloric value.

All Samba rice grain is harvested locally and there are many sub-varieties ranging in grain size and price. Seeraga Samba is the most expensive sub-variety and has the smallest grain. It is approximately a third the size of a grain of basmati rice.