Unpolished Rajamudi Rice 5kg

Dhatu Organic Unpolished Rajamudi Rice — The Royal Heritage Grain of Karnataka

Rajamudi Rice is one of India's most storied heritage grains. For centuries it was cultivated exclusively for the Wadiyar kings of Mysore — served at the royal table and offered during Dasara, the grandest festival of the Mysore kingdom. Today, Dhatu Organics grows Rajamudi in the foothills of the Western Ghats using traditional organic methods, making this ancient royal grain available to every household.

Rajamudi is not polished. That is the point. Conventional rice loses 70–80% of its vitamins, minerals and fibre during polishing. Dhatu's Rajamudi is delivered exactly as it comes from the paddy — bran intact, germ intact, nutrients intact. The striking red-brown hue of the grain comes from its natural anthocyanin-rich bran, the same class of antioxidants found in blueberries and red wine.

Why Rajamudi Rice Stands Apart

• Heritage variety — cultivated in Karnataka for over 1,000 years, preserved by traditional farming communities
• Unpolished & whole grain — bran and germ fully intact for maximum nutritional value
• Low glycaemic index — slower glucose release vs. white rice; better blood sugar management
• Rich in dietary fibre — 4g per 100g, supporting digestion, gut microbiome and satiety
• Anthocyanin antioxidants — the red pigment neutralises free radicals and reduces oxidative stress
• Iron, magnesium and zinc — naturally present in the bran layer removed from white rice
• Certified organic — no synthetic pesticides, fertilisers or chemical treatments
• Nutty, earthy flavour and a satisfying, slightly chewy texture

Rajamudi vs. Regular White Rice — The Nutritional Gap

When rice is polished to white, it loses roughly 67% of its vitamin B3, 80% of its vitamin B1, 90% of its vitamin B6, half its manganese, half its phosphorus, 60% of its iron, and all of its dietary fibre. Rajamudi, eaten unpolished, retains all of these. It is, nutritionally speaking, a fundamentally different food from white rice.

The Karnataka Connection

Rajamudi (also spelled Rajamudi or Rajamudi) takes its name from "Raja" (king) and "Mudi" (crown) in Kannada — literally the King's Crown grain. It grows at elevations between 700–900 metres in the Malnad region of Karnataka, where the cool climate, rich volcanic soil and traditional farm knowledge produce a grain with unique flavour complexity. Dhatu works directly with farming families in this region who have maintained the seed lineage for generations.

How to Cook Rajamudi Rice

Wash: Rinse 2–3 times until water runs clear. Soak: Soak for 30–60 minutes for a softer result (optional but recommended). Cook: Use 1:2.5 ratio (1 cup rice : 2.5 cups water). Bring to a boil, reduce to a simmer, cover and cook for 30–35 minutes. Rest for 10 minutes before opening. The grain will be tender with a slight chew — do not expect it to be as soft as polished white rice.

Traditional pairings: Rajamudi rice is magnificent with sambar, rasam, coconut-based curries, curd rice and the full range of South Indian cuisine. Its nutty earthiness also pairs beautifully with dal, ghee and pickle.

About Dhatu Organics

Dhatu Organics sources Rajamudi from NPOP-certified organic farms in Karnataka's Western Ghats belt. Every batch is cleaned, graded and packed without any chemical treatment, polishing or fortification. The grain you receive is exactly what the farmer harvested.