{"title":"CIC","description":"\u003cp\u003eCIC Golden Crop is a Sri Lankan rice brand offering varieties for everyday meals and traditional dishes. Shop Taprovan's current CIC rice selection in one place, with product pages showing the available grain type and pack size.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"cic-golden-crop-muthu-samba-rice-10lb-jar","title":"CIC GOLDEN CROP Muthu Samba Rice, 10lb Jar","description":"\u003cp\u003eCIC Golden Crop Muthu Samba is a small, round, pearl-like white samba rice grown and milled in Sri Lanka, here in a 10 lb resealable jar. It is the everyday polished rice many Sri Lankan families cook for lunch and dinner: the grain that sits under a rice-and-curry spread or fills a lunch packet. Plain rice: vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOrigin \u0026amp; maker\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eMade in Sri Lanka by CIC, under its Golden Crop rice brand. The packer named on the pack varies by pack version: older packs print CIC Agri Produce Export (Pvt) Ltd, No. 205, D.R. Wijewardana Mawatha, Colombo 10, Sri Lanka on the back panel, while newer Golden Crop packs simply read \"A Product of CIC Agri Businesses\" or \"A Product of CIC | Agri Produce\". The maker details printed on the pack you receive are the authority. Taprovan is the US retailer; it does not manufacture the product.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCIC Golden Crop\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eProduct\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMuthu Samba Rice\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eNet weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 lb \/ 4.54 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eForm\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWhole grain rice, uncooked\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eVariety\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMuthu (pearl) samba: short, round, polished white samba grain\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePackaging\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 lb resealable jar\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eDiet\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVegan; vegetarian; gluten-free (plain rice; no allergen statement confirmed on the pack)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003eNutrition Facts\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Nutrition Facts panel printed on the pack applies to this product; so please refer to the pack for per-serving values.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eShipping \u0026amp; returns\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eShips from our warehouse in Bohemia, New York, and is packed for the carrier within one business day. This is a bulk item: instead of free standard shipping it carries a flat bulk-shipping fee based on the total bulk weight in your order ($8.99 up to 15 lb, then $19.99, $27.99 or $37.99 for heavier orders), charged once per order, not per item. Free warehouse pickup is available for online orders and avoids the fee. Food items cannot be returned once shipped, but if your pack arrives damaged or the wrong item was sent, contact us as soon as you receive it and we will put it right. See the \u003ca href=\"\/policies\/shipping-policy\"\u003eshipping policy\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/policies\/refund-policy\"\u003erefund policy\u003c\/a\u003e for full details.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDetailed description\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat it is.\u003c\/strong\u003e Samba is the Sri Lankan family of short, plump rice grains, and muthu (pearl) samba is the small, round white member of that family. Polished and raw (not parboiled), it cooks soft and slightly clingy, which is exactly what a Sri Lankan curry spread wants. The jar holds the same CIC Golden Crop rice as the 10 lb bag in a rigid, resealable container.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients.\u003c\/strong\u003e This is plain uncooked rice. Any ingredient statement is printed on the pack.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAllergens.\u003c\/strong\u003e No allergen statement is printed on the pack that we can confirm; check the pack if you have a specific allergy. Rice is naturally free of gluten, and this pack is recorded in our catalog as gluten-free, vegetarian and vegan.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to cook.\u003c\/strong\u003e Rinse and cook with about 1.75 to 2 cups water per cup of rice for 15 to 18 minutes, or in a rice cooker on the white setting. The grains cook up soft and slightly sticky, right for rice-and-curry, lamprais and fried rice. The 10 lb resealable jar is about 30 cups uncooked, around 90 servings. Directions printed on CIC Muthu Samba packaging: The water ratio printed on the pack applies (add butter or margarine and salt to taste, as the pack suggests). Rice cooker: add rice, water, butter or margarine and salt, switch on and let the cooker finish. Saucepan: bring rice and water to the boil uncovered, let the water level drop below the rice, stir, turn the heat to low, cover and simmer 20 to 25 minutes. Microwave: cover and cook on high for 6 minutes, stir, cook on the defrost setting for another 5 minutes, then leave covered for 5 minutes before serving.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eServing ideas.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plain under parippu, chicken curry and pol sambol; fried rice; lamprais; or a bowl of leftover rice reheated with a spoon of seeni sambol.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlso known as.\u003c\/strong\u003e මුතු සම්බා \/ முத்து சம்பா · muthu samba \/ muththu samba. The pack name panel prints it as මුතු සම්බා \/ முது சம்பா (muthu samba).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage.\u003c\/strong\u003e Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight; reseal after opening. The jar lid reseals, so there is no need to decant.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is muthu samba?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMuthu means pearl in Sinhala. Muthu samba is the small, round white samba grain that is the most common everyday rice in Sri Lankan homes and lunch packets. It is raw (not parboiled) polished rice that cooks soft and slightly sticky and soaks up gravy well.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the difference between the jar and the bag?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSame CIC Golden Crop Muthu Samba rice; the jar is a rigid resealable container that keeps out moisture and pantry pests without decanting. Choose the jar if you want storage solved on arrival, and the bag if you already have a rice bin.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does muthu samba compare with basmati or jasmine?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is much shorter and rounder than basmati and less fragrant than jasmine, with a soft, clingy texture that holds gravy. Use it where you want rice to sit under curry rather than stay fluffy and separate, and use 1.75 to 2 cups of water per cup.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow many servings are in the jar?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAbout 30 cups of uncooked rice, or roughly 90 cooked servings, depending on portion size. A 1\/4 cup dry (45 g) serving is the usual labelled portion for this rice, which cooks to about 3\/4 cup.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the nutrition panel available?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNot yet for the jar. The Nutrition Facts panel printed on the pack applies; plain white samba rice is essentially fat-free and mostly carbohydrate, but please refer to the panel for exact per-serving values.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does shipping work for a 10 lb jar?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is a bulk item, so instead of free standard shipping it carries one flat bulk-shipping fee based on the total bulk weight in your order, starting at $8.99 for up to 15 lb and charged once per order. Free pickup at our Bohemia, New York warehouse avoids the fee.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"CIC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53108093485365,"sku":"001-GOLD-CRMUSARI-10LB","price":17.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0995\/0969\/8869\/files\/CICGOLDENCROP-MuthuSambaRiced.avif?v=1786990267"},{"product_id":"cic-golden-crop-hand-pound-parboiled-rice-10lb","title":"CIC GOLDEN CROP Hand Pound Parboiled Rice, 10lb","description":"\u003cp\u003eCIC Golden Crop Hand Pound Parboiled Rice is a lightly milled Sri Lankan parboiled rice that keeps much of its reddish-brown bran, the way hand-pounding once left it. It is a firm, nutty everyday rice for rice-and-curry, favoured by families who want more bite and fibre than polished white rice. Plain rice: vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOrigin \u0026amp; maker\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eMade in Sri Lanka by CIC, under its Golden Crop rice brand. The packer named on the pack varies by pack version: older packs print CIC Agri Produce Export (Pvt) Ltd, No. 205, D.R. Wijewardana Mawatha, Colombo 10, Sri Lanka on the back panel, while newer Golden Crop packs simply read \"A Product of CIC Agri Businesses\" or \"A Product of CIC | Agri Produce\". The maker details printed on the pack you receive are the authority. Taprovan is the US retailer; it does not manufacture the product.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCIC Golden Crop\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eProduct\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHand Pound Parboiled Rice\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eNet weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 lb \/ 4.54 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eForm\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWhole grain rice, uncooked\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eVariety\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eParboiled, lightly milled (bran largely retained); reddish-brown grain\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eServing size\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\/4 cup dry (45 g), about 100 servings per bag as printed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePackaging\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 lb plastic bag\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eDiet\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVegan; vegetarian; gluten-free (plain rice; no allergen statement confirmed on the pack)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003eNutrition Facts\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ccaption\u003ePer 1\/4 cup dry (45 g) serving, as sold, as printed on the pack; about 100 servings per pack as printed\u003c\/caption\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eNutrient\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003ePer serving (45 g dry)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003e% Daily Value\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCalories\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e160 kcal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e—\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCalories from fat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9 kcal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e—\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTotal fat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.0 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.5%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSaturated fat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTrans fat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e—\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCholesterol\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSodium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTotal carbohydrate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e33.6 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e11%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDietary fiber\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTotal sugars\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e—\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProtein\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4.3 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e—\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAs printed on the pack: vitamin A, vitamin C, calcium and iron 0% DV; values marked on the pack as \"contains less than 1 g\" or \"less than 2 percent of the daily value\" are shown as printed.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eShipping \u0026amp; returns\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eShips from our warehouse in Bohemia, New York, and is packed for the carrier within one business day. This is a bulk item: instead of free standard shipping it carries a flat bulk-shipping fee based on the total bulk weight in your order ($8.99 up to 15 lb, then $19.99, $27.99 or $37.99 for heavier orders), charged once per order, not per item. Free warehouse pickup is available for online orders and avoids the fee. Food items cannot be returned once shipped, but if your pack arrives damaged or the wrong item was sent, contact us as soon as you receive it and we will put it right. See the \u003ca href=\"\/policies\/shipping-policy\"\u003eshipping policy\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/policies\/refund-policy\"\u003erefund policy\u003c\/a\u003e for full details.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDetailed description\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat it is.\u003c\/strong\u003e Parboiled means the paddy was steamed and dried before husking, which firms the grain; hand pound means it was then milled only lightly, so a good part of the bran layer stays on. The result is a beige to reddish-brown grain that cooks separate and chewy rather than soft and clingy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients.\u003c\/strong\u003e This is plain uncooked rice. Any ingredient statement is printed on the pack.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAllergens.\u003c\/strong\u003e No allergen statement is printed on the pack that we can confirm; check the pack if you have a specific allergy. Rice is naturally free of gluten, and this pack is recorded in our catalog as gluten-free, vegetarian and vegan.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to cook.\u003c\/strong\u003e Rinse, then cook with about 2 to 2.5 cups of water per cup of rice for 25 to 30 minutes, or use a rice cooker on the brown-rice setting. The grains stay separate and chewy, which suits gravy-heavy curries, parippu and mallung. A 10 lb bag gives roughly 30 cups of uncooked rice, around 90 cooked servings. Directions printed on the pack: The water ratio printed on the pack applies (add butter or margarine and salt to taste, as the pack suggests). Rice cooker: add rice, water, butter or margarine and salt, switch on and let the cooker finish. Saucepan: bring rice and water to the boil uncovered, let the water level drop below the rice, stir, turn the heat to low, cover and simmer 20 to 25 minutes. Microwave: cover and cook on high for 6 minutes, stir, cook on the defrost setting for another 5 minutes, then leave covered for 5 minutes before serving.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eServing ideas.\u003c\/strong\u003e Gravy-heavy curries, parippu and mallung; kola kenda-style rice porridge; or a rice bowl with dried-fish badun and pol sambol.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlso known as.\u003c\/strong\u003e අත් කොටන තම්බපු හාල් \/ கைக்குத்தல் புழுங்கல் அரிசி · ath kotana thambapu haal \/ kaikuthal puzhungal arisi. The pack name panel prints it as තැම්බූ සහල් \/ கைக்குத்தி அரிசி (thambu sahal \/ kaikkuththi arisi).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage.\u003c\/strong\u003e Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight; reseal after opening.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does hand pound parboiled mean?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe paddy was parboiled (steamed before husking) and then lightly milled so much of the bran remains, the way hand-pounding used to leave it. The result is a reddish-brown, fibre-rich grain that is firmer and more filling than polished white rice.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does it compare with Indian parboiled or brown rice?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt sits between the two. Indian idli or ponni parboiled rice is fully polished; supermarket brown rice is unpolished. Hand pound rice is partially polished, so it cooks faster than brown rice yet keeps more bran and bite than white rice.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much water does it need?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOur guidance is about 2 to 2.5 cups of water per cup of rice for 25 to 30 minutes, or the brown-rice setting on a rice cooker. The pack prints its own ratio line with a spoon of margarine and a pinch of salt; follow that if you prefer the traditional method.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it the same as red rice?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is a bran-retained grain, so it looks and eats like a light red rice, but it is parboiled rather than raw. Parboiled grains stay separate and take longer to cook than raw (kekulu) red rice such as CIC Red Raw Rice Lite.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow should I store a 10 lb bag of rice?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKeep it cool, dry and sealed, ideally decanted into an airtight container or bin once opened. Rice keeps for many months this way. Freezing the bag for 48 hours on arrival is a common precaution against pantry moths in warm US kitchens.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does shipping work for a 10 lb bag?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is a bulk item, so instead of free standard shipping it carries one flat bulk-shipping fee based on the total bulk weight in your order, starting at $8.99 for up to 15 lb and charged once per order rather than per bag. 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The packer named on the pack varies by pack version: older packs print CIC Agri Produce Export (Pvt) Ltd, No. 205, D.R. Wijewardana Mawatha, Colombo 10, Sri Lanka on the back panel, while newer Golden Crop packs simply read \"A Product of CIC Agri Businesses\" or \"A Product of CIC | Agri Produce\". The maker details printed on the pack you receive are the authority. Taprovan is the US retailer; it does not manufacture the product.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCIC Golden Crop\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eProduct\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMuthu Samba Rice\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eNet weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 lb \/ 4.54 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eForm\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWhole grain rice, uncooked\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eVariety\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMuthu (pearl) samba: short, round, polished white samba grain\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eServing size\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\/4 cup dry (45 g), about 100 servings per bag as printed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePackaging\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 lb plastic bag\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eDiet\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVegan; vegetarian; gluten-free (plain rice; no allergen statement confirmed on the pack)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003eNutrition Facts\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ccaption\u003ePer 1\/4 cup dry (45 g) serving, as sold, as printed on the pack; about 100 servings per pack as printed\u003c\/caption\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eNutrient\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003ePer serving (45 g dry)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003e% Daily Value\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCalories\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e155 kcal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e—\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCalories from fat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 kcal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e—\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTotal fat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.2%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSaturated fat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTrans fat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e—\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCholesterol\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSodium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTotal carbohydrate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e35.3 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDietary fiber\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTotal sugars\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e—\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProtein\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.1 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e—\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003eShipping \u0026amp; returns\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eShips from our warehouse in Bohemia, New York, and is packed for the carrier within one business day. This is a bulk item: instead of free standard shipping it carries a flat bulk-shipping fee based on the total bulk weight in your order ($8.99 up to 15 lb, then $19.99, $27.99 or $37.99 for heavier orders), charged once per order, not per item. Free warehouse pickup is available for online orders and avoids the fee. Food items cannot be returned once shipped, but if your pack arrives damaged or the wrong item was sent, contact us as soon as you receive it and we will put it right. See the \u003ca href=\"\/policies\/shipping-policy\"\u003eshipping policy\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/policies\/refund-policy\"\u003erefund policy\u003c\/a\u003e for full details.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDetailed description\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat it is.\u003c\/strong\u003e Samba is the Sri Lankan family of short, plump rice grains, and muthu (pearl) samba is the small, round white member of that family. Polished and raw (not parboiled), it cooks soft and slightly clingy, which is exactly what a Sri Lankan curry spread wants.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients.\u003c\/strong\u003e This is plain uncooked rice. Any ingredient statement is printed on the pack.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAllergens.\u003c\/strong\u003e No allergen statement is printed on the pack that we can confirm; check the pack if you have a specific allergy. Rice is naturally free of gluten, and this pack is recorded in our catalog as gluten-free, vegetarian and vegan.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to cook.\u003c\/strong\u003e Rinse and cook with about 1.75 to 2 cups water per cup of rice for 15 to 18 minutes, or in a rice cooker on the white setting. The grains cook up soft and slightly sticky, right for rice-and-curry, lamprais and fried rice. A 10 lb bag is about 30 cups uncooked, around 90 servings. Directions printed on the pack: The water ratio printed on the pack applies (add butter or margarine and salt to taste, as the pack suggests). Rice cooker: add rice, water, butter or margarine and salt, switch on and let the cooker finish. Saucepan: bring rice and water to the boil uncovered, let the water level drop below the rice, stir, turn the heat to low, cover and simmer 20 to 25 minutes. Microwave: cover and cook on high for 6 minutes, stir, cook on the defrost setting for another 5 minutes, then leave covered for 5 minutes before serving.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eServing ideas.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plain under parippu, chicken curry and pol sambol; fried rice; lamprais; or reheated with a spoon of seeni sambol.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlso known as.\u003c\/strong\u003e මුතු සම්බා \/ முத்து சம்பா · muthu samba \/ muththu samba. The pack name panel prints it as මුතු සම්බා \/ முது சம்பா (muthu samba).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage.\u003c\/strong\u003e Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight; reseal after opening.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is samba rice, and what is muthu samba?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSamba is the Sri Lankan family of short, plump rice grains. Muthu (pearl) samba is the small, round white samba that cooks soft and slightly sticky. It is the most common everyday white rice in Sri Lankan homes and lunch packets.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does muthu samba compare with basmati or jasmine?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is much shorter and rounder than basmati and less fragrant than jasmine, with a soft, clingy texture that holds gravy. Use it where you want rice to sit under curry rather than stay fluffy and separate.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs muthu samba raw or parboiled?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRaw. It is polished white rice milled from unparboiled paddy, so it cooks quickly, about 15 to 18 minutes with 1.75 to 2 cups of water per cup, and comes out soft rather than firm and separate like parboiled rice.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow many servings are in a bag?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe pack lists about 100 servings of 1\/4 cup dry (45 g). In practice a 10 lb bag is around 30 cups of uncooked rice, which is roughly 90 generous cooked servings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow should I store a 10 lb bag of rice?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKeep it cool, dry and sealed, ideally decanted into an airtight container or bin once opened. Rice keeps for many months this way. Freezing the bag for 48 hours on arrival is a common precaution against pantry moths in warm US kitchens.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does shipping work for a 10 lb bag?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is a bulk item, so instead of free standard shipping it carries one flat bulk-shipping fee based on the total bulk weight in your order, starting at $8.99 for up to 15 lb and charged once per order rather than per bag. Free pickup at our Bohemia, New York warehouse avoids the fee entirely.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"CIC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53108093583669,"sku":"001-CIC-MUSARI-10LB","price":17.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0995\/0969\/8869\/files\/CICGOLDENCROPMuthuSambaRice-10lb.avif?v=1786989950"},{"product_id":"cic-golden-crop-ponahari-mottai-karuppan-rice-10lb","title":"CIC GOLDEN CROP Ponahari Mottai Karuppan Rice, 10lb","description":"\u003cp\u003eCIC Golden Crop Ponahari Mottai Karuppan is a short, stubby white rice traditionally grown around Pooneryn (Ponahari) in northern Sri Lanka, milled and packed by CIC Agri Businesses, Colombo. It is the everyday rice of Jaffna Tamil cooking, eaten with kool, sodhi and fish curry.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNet weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10 lb \/ 4.54 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMade by:\u003c\/strong\u003e CIC Agri Businesses (Pvt) Ltd, 199 Kew Road, Colombo 2, Sri Lanka (milled at Maho, Sri Lanka)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAlso known as:\u003c\/strong\u003e පොනහරි මොට්ටෙයි කරුප්පන් · பூநகரி மொட்டைக் கருப்பன் · poonahari mottai karuppan \/ mottaikaruppan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePack \u0026amp; storage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10 lb bag (heavy item, flat-rate shipping). Store cool and dry in a sealed container. Sold on Amazon and US retailers as 'CIC Poonahari Mottai Kuruppan Rice, 10 lb'. Company certifications listed on cic.lk: HACCP, ISO 22000, FSSC 22000, Halal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eQuestions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is Mottai Karuppan rice?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMottai Karuppan is a short, roundish, slightly off-white grain popular in Jaffna and Tamil Nadu. Ponahari (Pooneryn) is the northern Sri Lankan area known for growing it. Cooked, it is soft, filling and mildly sweet, ideal under fish curry.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this the same as Indian Mottai Karuppan?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe variety name is shared with Tamil Nadu, but this is grown and milled in Sri Lanka by CIC. Sri Lankan Jaffna cooks prefer the local grain for its texture in kool and kanji. Cook it the same way as the Indian rice.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow should I store a 10 lb bag of rice?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKeep it cool, dry and sealed, ideally decanted into an airtight container or bin once opened. Rice keeps for many months this way. Freezing the bag for 48 hours on arrival is a common precaution against pantry moths in warm US kitchens.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eShips from our warehouse in Bohemia, NY. Free US shipping on orders over $69.99; heavy items ship at one flat rate or can be collected free at the warehouse.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"CIC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53108093616437,"sku":"001-CIC-POMOKA-10LB","price":17.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0995\/0969\/8869\/files\/CICGOLDENCROPPoonahariMottaiKaruppanRice-10lb.avif?v=1786989865"},{"product_id":"cic-golden-crop-red-lakmathi-long-grain-basmathi-rice-10lb","title":"CIC GOLDEN CROP Red Lakmathi Long Grain Basmathi Rice, 10lb","description":"\u003cp\u003eCIC Golden Crop Red Lakmathi is a Sri Lankan-grown long-grain red rice sold as a basmathi-style rice: a dark red, slender grain that cooks long and fairly separate with a light red-rice nuttiness. Use it where you want a long grain with bran character, such as biryani, yellow rice and ghee rice. Plain rice: vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOrigin \u0026amp; maker\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eMade in Sri Lanka by CIC, under its Golden Crop rice brand. The packer named on the pack varies by pack version: older packs print CIC Agri Produce Export (Pvt) Ltd, No. 205, D.R. Wijewardana Mawatha, Colombo 10, Sri Lanka on the back panel, while newer Golden Crop packs simply read \"A Product of CIC Agri Businesses\" or \"A Product of CIC | Agri Produce\". The maker details printed on the pack you receive are the authority. Taprovan is the US retailer; it does not manufacture the product.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCIC Golden Crop\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eProduct\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRed Lakmathi Long Grain Basmathi Rice (pack name panel: Red Basmathi Rice)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eNet weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 lb \/ 4.54 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eForm\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWhole grain rice, uncooked\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eVariety\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLakmathi: Sri Lankan-grown long-grain basmathi-style rice; dark red, bran retained\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eServing size\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\/4 cup dry (45 g)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePackaging\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 lb plastic bag\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eBarcode (EAN)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4792137751035\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eDiet\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVegan; vegetarian; gluten-free (plain rice; no allergen statement confirmed on the pack)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003eNutrition Facts\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ccaption\u003ePer 1\/4 cup dry (45 g) serving, as sold, as printed on the pack\u003c\/caption\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eNutrient\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003ePer serving (45 g dry)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003e% Daily Value\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCalories\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e156 kcal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e—\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCalories from fat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9 kcal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e—\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTotal fat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.0 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.5%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSaturated fat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.4%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTrans fat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e—\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCholesterol\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSodium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTotal carbohydrate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e33.4 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e11%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDietary fiber\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.5 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTotal sugars\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e—\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProtein\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.5 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e—\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVitamin A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e—\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVitamin C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e—\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCalcium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e—\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIron\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e—\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThiamin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e—\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNiacin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e—\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePantothenic acid\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e—\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVitamin B6\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e—\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eVitamin and mineral rows are printed on the pack as % Daily Value only.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eShipping \u0026amp; returns\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eShips from our warehouse in Bohemia, New York, and is packed for the carrier within one business day. This is a bulk item: instead of free standard shipping it carries a flat bulk-shipping fee based on the total bulk weight in your order ($8.99 up to 15 lb, then $19.99, $27.99 or $37.99 for heavier orders), charged once per order, not per item. Free warehouse pickup is available for online orders and avoids the fee. Food items cannot be returned once shipped, but if your pack arrives damaged or the wrong item was sent, contact us as soon as you receive it and we will put it right. See the \u003ca href=\"\/policies\/shipping-policy\"\u003eshipping policy\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/policies\/refund-policy\"\u003erefund policy\u003c\/a\u003e for full details.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDetailed description\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat it is.\u003c\/strong\u003e Lakmathi is the name CIC uses for its Sri Lankan-grown long-grain rice, positioned as a local alternative to imported basmati. This is the red version: the bran is kept on, so the grain is dark red, nuttier and a little firmer than white long grain, and it carries less perfume than Indian or Pakistani basmati.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients.\u003c\/strong\u003e This is plain uncooked rice. Any ingredient statement is printed on the pack.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAllergens.\u003c\/strong\u003e No allergen statement is printed on the pack that we can confirm; check the pack if you have a specific allergy. Rice is naturally free of gluten, and this pack is recorded in our catalog as gluten-free, vegetarian and vegan.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to cook.\u003c\/strong\u003e Rinse until the water runs clear, soak 20 minutes, then cook with about 2 cups water per cup of rice for 20 minutes and rest before fluffing. The grains stay long and separate with a light red-rice nuttiness. Use it for buriyani, ghee rice, yellow rice and fried rice, or plain under curry. A 10 lb bag is roughly 30 cups uncooked, around 90 servings. Directions printed on the pack: The water ratio printed on the pack applies (add butter or margarine and salt to taste, as the pack suggests). Rice cooker: add rice, water, butter or margarine and salt, switch on and let the cooker finish. Saucepan: bring rice and water to the boil uncovered, let the water level drop below the rice, stir, turn the heat to low, cover and simmer 20 to 25 minutes. Microwave: cover and cook on high for 8 minutes, stir, cook on the defrost setting for another 5 minutes, then leave covered for 5 minutes before serving.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eServing ideas.\u003c\/strong\u003e Buriyani and ghee rice; yellow rice for a Sunday lunch; fried rice; or plain under a chicken or mutton curry.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlso known as.\u003c\/strong\u003e රතු ලක්මතී බාස්මතී \/ சிவப்பு லக்மதி பாஸ்மதி · rathu lakmathi \/ red lakmathi basmathi. The pack name panel prints it as රතු බාස්මති සහල් \/ சிவப்பு பாஸ்மதி அரிசி (rathu basmathi \/ red lakmathi).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage.\u003c\/strong\u003e Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight; reseal after opening.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is Lakmathi rice?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLakmathi is a Sri Lankan-grown long-grain rice that CIC positions as a local alternative to imported basmati. It cooks long and fairly separate but with less aroma than true Indian or Pakistani basmati. The red version keeps part of the bran, so it is nuttier and firmer.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it real basmati?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNot in the protected-origin sense; basmati proper is grown in the Indo-Gangetic plain. Lakmathi is a long-grain variety grown in Sri Lanka and marketed as basmathi-style. Expect a slightly shorter, less perfumed grain that still works well for biryani and yellow rice.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes red rice need soaking?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt helps. Rinse until the water runs clear, soak about 20 minutes, then cook with roughly 2 cups of water per cup of rice for 20 minutes and rest before fluffing. Soaking softens the bran layer so the grains cook evenly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is printed on the nutrition panel?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePer 1\/4 cup dry (45 g) serving the pack prints 156 calories, 1 g total fat, 33.4 g carbohydrate, 1.5 g dietary fibre and 3.5 g protein, plus small percentages of iron and B vitamins. The full table above is transcribed from the pack.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow should I store a 10 lb bag of rice?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKeep it cool, dry and sealed, ideally decanted into an airtight container or bin once opened. Rice keeps for many months this way. Freezing the bag for 48 hours on arrival is a common precaution against pantry moths in warm US kitchens.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does shipping work for a 10 lb bag?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is a bulk item, so instead of free standard shipping it carries one flat bulk-shipping fee based on the total bulk weight in your order, starting at $8.99 for up to 15 lb and charged once per order rather than per bag. Free pickup at our Bohemia, New York warehouse avoids the fee entirely.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"CIC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53108093649205,"sku":"001-CIC-REBARI-10LB","price":17.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0995\/0969\/8869\/files\/CICGOLDENCROPRedLakmathiLongGrainRice-10lb.avif?v=1786998249"},{"product_id":"cic-golden-crop-red-keeri-samba-raw-rice-10lb","title":"CIC GOLDEN CROP Red Keeri Samba Raw Rice, 10lb","description":"\u003cp\u003eCIC Golden Crop Red Keeri Samba Raw Rice is a very small-grained red samba rice, raw (unparboiled) and milled in Sri Lanka. Keeri samba is the tiny, fragrant samba grain served at festive meals; the red version keeps a thin bran layer for a nutty taste and a slightly firmer bite. Plain rice: vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOrigin \u0026amp; maker\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eMade in Sri Lanka by CIC, under its Golden Crop rice brand. The packer named on the pack varies by pack version: older packs print CIC Agri Produce Export (Pvt) Ltd, No. 205, D.R. Wijewardana Mawatha, Colombo 10, Sri Lanka on the back panel, while newer Golden Crop packs simply read \"A Product of CIC Agri Businesses\" or \"A Product of CIC | Agri Produce\". The maker details printed on the pack you receive are the authority. Taprovan is the US retailer; it does not manufacture the product.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCIC Golden Crop\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eProduct\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRed Keeri Samba Raw Rice\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eNet weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 lb \/ 4.54 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eForm\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWhole grain rice, uncooked\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eVariety\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRed keeri samba, raw (kekulu, not parboiled); very small grain with bran retained\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eServing size\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\/4 cup dry (45 g), about 100 servings per bag as printed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePackaging\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 lb plastic bag\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eDiet\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVegan; vegetarian; gluten-free (plain rice; no allergen statement confirmed on the pack)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003eNutrition Facts\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ccaption\u003ePer 1\/4 cup dry (45 g) serving, as sold, as printed on the pack; about 100 servings per pack as printed\u003c\/caption\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eNutrient\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003ePer serving (45 g dry)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003e% Daily Value\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCalories\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e162 kcal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e—\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCalories from fat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e13 kcal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e—\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTotal fat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.4 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.1%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSaturated fat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTrans fat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e—\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCholesterol\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSodium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e11 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTotal carbohydrate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e33.7 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e11%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDietary fiber\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTotal sugars\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e—\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProtein\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.7 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e—\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003eShipping \u0026amp; returns\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eShips from our warehouse in Bohemia, New York, and is packed for the carrier within one business day. This is a bulk item: instead of free standard shipping it carries a flat bulk-shipping fee based on the total bulk weight in your order ($8.99 up to 15 lb, then $19.99, $27.99 or $37.99 for heavier orders), charged once per order, not per item. Free warehouse pickup is available for online orders and avoids the fee. Food items cannot be returned once shipped, but if your pack arrives damaged or the wrong item was sent, contact us as soon as you receive it and we will put it right. See the \u003ca href=\"\/policies\/shipping-policy\"\u003eshipping policy\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/policies\/refund-policy\"\u003erefund policy\u003c\/a\u003e for full details.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDetailed description\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat it is.\u003c\/strong\u003e Keeri samba is the smallest of the Sri Lankan samba grains, prized for its aroma and light texture. This is the red, raw version: the paddy was not parboiled before milling and a thin layer of bran is left on, so it cooks quicker than unpolished red rice and comes out fluffy, slightly firm and nutty.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients.\u003c\/strong\u003e This is plain uncooked rice. Any ingredient statement is printed on the pack.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAllergens.\u003c\/strong\u003e No allergen statement is printed on the pack that we can confirm; check the pack if you have a specific allergy. Rice is naturally free of gluten, and this pack is recorded in our catalog as gluten-free, vegetarian and vegan.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to cook.\u003c\/strong\u003e Rinse and cook with about 2 cups water per cup of rice for 18 to 20 minutes, or use the white setting on a rice cooker; raw red keeri samba is quicker than unpolished red rice. The tiny grains cook fluffy and slightly firm. Serve with chicken curry, parippu and pol sambol, or use it for a red-rice kiribath. A 10 lb bag is roughly 30 cups uncooked, around 90 servings. Directions printed on the pack: The water ratio printed on the pack applies (add butter or margarine and salt to taste, as the pack suggests). Rice cooker: add rice, water, butter or margarine and salt, switch on and let the cooker finish. Saucepan: bring rice and water to the boil uncovered, let the water level drop below the rice, stir, turn the heat to low, cover and simmer 20 to 25 minutes. Microwave: cover and cook on high for 8 minutes, stir, cook on the defrost setting for another 5 minutes, then leave covered for 5 minutes before serving.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eServing ideas.\u003c\/strong\u003e Chicken curry, parippu and pol sambol; a red-rice kiribath with lunu miris; or plain with fish ambul thiyal.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlso known as.\u003c\/strong\u003e රතු කීරි සම්බා \/ சிவப்பு கீரி சம்பா · rathu keeri samba \/ red keeri samba. The pack name panel prints it as රතු කීරි සම්බා කැකුළු සහල් \/ சிவப்பு கீரி சம்பா பச்சை அரிசி (rathu keeri samba kekulu \/ sivappu keeri samba pachai arisi).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage.\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep in a cool, dry place.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is keeri samba?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKeeri samba is the smallest of the Sri Lankan samba grains, prized for its aroma and light texture; it is the rice served at weddings and festive meals. The red version keeps a thin bran layer, giving a nutty taste and a little more chew than white keeri samba.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does raw mean on a rice bag?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRaw (kekulu) means the paddy was not parboiled before milling. Raw rice cooks faster and softer than parboiled rice and has a fresher, milder flavour. Sri Lankans use raw rice for kiribath, milk rice and most home cooking.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow long does it take to cook?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAbout 18 to 20 minutes with roughly 2 cups of water per cup of rice, or the white setting on a rice cooker. Because it is raw rather than parboiled, red keeri samba is quicker than unpolished red rice.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the pack design the same every time?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCIC has used two pack designs for this rice, an older CIC Rice bag and the newer green Golden Crop bag. The rice and the printed nutrition panel are the same; only the artwork and the packer wording on the label differ.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow should I store a 10 lb bag of rice?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKeep it cool, dry and sealed, ideally decanted into an airtight container or bin once opened. Rice keeps for many months this way. Freezing the bag for 48 hours on arrival is a common precaution against pantry moths in warm US kitchens.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does shipping work for a 10 lb bag?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is a bulk item, so instead of free standard shipping it carries one flat bulk-shipping fee based on the total bulk weight in your order, starting at $8.99 for up to 15 lb and charged once per order rather than per bag. Free pickup at our Bohemia, New York warehouse avoids the fee entirely.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"CIC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53108093681973,"sku":"001-CIC-REKESARARI-10LB","price":17.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0995\/0969\/8869\/files\/CICGOLDENCROPRedKeeriSambaRawRice-10lb.avif?v=1786989795"},{"product_id":"cic-golden-crop-red-raw-rice-lite-10lb","title":"CIC GOLDEN CROP Red Raw Rice Lite, 10lb","description":"\u003cp\u003eCIC Golden Crop Red Raw Rice Lite is a double-polished Sri Lankan red raw rice (rosa kekulu): a pink-red medium grain with part of the bran removed, so it cooks faster and softer than full red rice while keeping some red-rice character. It is an everyday rice-and-curry grain for the whole family. Plain rice: vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOrigin \u0026amp; maker\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eMade in Sri Lanka by CIC, under its Golden Crop rice brand. The packer named on the pack varies by pack version: older packs print CIC Agri Produce Export (Pvt) Ltd, No. 205, D.R. Wijewardana Mawatha, Colombo 10, Sri Lanka on the back panel, while newer Golden Crop packs simply read \"A Product of CIC Agri Businesses\" or \"A Product of CIC | Agri Produce\". The maker details printed on the pack you receive are the authority. Taprovan is the US retailer; it does not manufacture the product.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCIC Golden Crop\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eProduct\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRed Raw Rice Lite\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eNet weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 lb \/ 4.54 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eForm\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWhole grain rice, uncooked\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eVariety\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRosa kekulu: double-polished red raw (unparboiled) rice, medium grain, pink-red\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eServing size\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\/4 cup dry (45 g), about 120 servings per bag as printed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePackaging\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 lb plastic bag\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eDiet\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVegan; vegetarian; gluten-free (plain rice; no allergen statement confirmed on the pack)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003eNutrition Facts\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ccaption\u003ePer 1\/4 cup dry (45 g) serving, as sold, as printed on the pack; about 120 servings per pack as printed\u003c\/caption\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eNutrient\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003ePer serving (45 g dry)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003e% Daily Value\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCalories\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e160 kcal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e—\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCalories from fat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6 kcal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e—\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTotal fat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.5 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e—\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSaturated fat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e—\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTrans fat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e—\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCholesterol\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e—\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSodium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e17 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e—\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTotal carbohydrate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e35.5 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDietary fiber\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e—\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTotal sugars\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e—\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProtein\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.1 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e—\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eOnly the carbohydrate % Daily Value could be read clearly from the printed panel; other percentages are on the pack.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eShipping \u0026amp; returns\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eShips from our warehouse in Bohemia, New York, and is packed for the carrier within one business day. This is a bulk item: instead of free standard shipping it carries a flat bulk-shipping fee based on the total bulk weight in your order ($8.99 up to 15 lb, then $19.99, $27.99 or $37.99 for heavier orders), charged once per order, not per item. Free warehouse pickup is available for online orders and avoids the fee. Food items cannot be returned once shipped, but if your pack arrives damaged or the wrong item was sent, contact us as soon as you receive it and we will put it right. See the \u003ca href=\"\/policies\/shipping-policy\"\u003eshipping policy\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/policies\/refund-policy\"\u003erefund policy\u003c\/a\u003e for full details.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDetailed description\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat it is.\u003c\/strong\u003e Rosa (pink) kekulu is raw, unparboiled red rice that has been polished twice, taking off part of the bran. Lite is CIC's name for that double-polished grade: lighter in colour, quicker to cook and milder than full red rice, but still pink and a little nutty. It is not a low-calorie claim.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients.\u003c\/strong\u003e This is plain uncooked rice. Any ingredient statement is printed on the pack.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAllergens.\u003c\/strong\u003e No allergen statement is printed on the pack that we can confirm; check the pack if you have a specific allergy. Rice is naturally free of gluten, and this pack is recorded in our catalog as gluten-free, vegetarian and vegan.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to cook.\u003c\/strong\u003e Rinse and cook with about 2 cups water per cup of rice for 18 to 20 minutes, or on a rice cooker's white setting. The pink grains cook soft and slightly clingy, the way most Sri Lankan homes like everyday rice. Serve with parippu, mallung and a fish or chicken curry. A 10 lb bag is roughly 30 cups uncooked, around 90 servings. Directions printed on the pack: The pack ratio line reads: for 1 cup of rice add 2 1\/2 cups of water, 1 tablespoon of margarine and a pinch of salt. Rice cooker: add rice, water, butter or margarine and salt, switch on and let the cooker finish. Saucepan: bring rice and water to the boil uncovered, let the water level drop below the rice, stir, turn the heat to low, cover and simmer 20 to 25 minutes. Microwave: cover and cook on high for 8 minutes, stir, cook on the defrost setting for another 5 minutes, then leave covered for 5 minutes before serving.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eServing ideas.\u003c\/strong\u003e Parippu, mallung and a fish or chicken curry; lunch packets; or a simple plate with pol sambol and a fried egg.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlso known as.\u003c\/strong\u003e රෝස කැකුළු \/ ரோஸ கெக்குலு \/ சிவப்பு பச்சை அரிசி · rosa kekulu \/ red raw rice lite. The pack name panel prints it as රෝස කැකුළු සහල් \/ மென் சிவப்பு பச்சை அரிசி (rosa kekulu sahal \/ men sivappu pachai arisi).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage.\u003c\/strong\u003e Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight; reseal after opening.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does Lite mean on CIC rice?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLite is CIC's name for its double-polished red rice: the bran is partly removed so the grain is lighter in colour, cooks faster and tastes milder than full red rice, while keeping some of the red-rice character. It is not a low-calorie claim.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the difference between raw rice and samba?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRaw (kekulu) rice is a medium grain that has not been parboiled and cooks soft and fluffy; samba is a short, plump grain family. Red Raw Rice Lite is a medium-grain rosa kekulu; the Red Samba Raw Lite is the same polishing applied to a short samba grain.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much water does the pack say to use?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe pack ratio line reads: for 1 cup of rice add 2 1\/2 cups of water, 1 tablespoon of margarine and a pinch of salt. Our own guidance is closer to 2 cups per cup for a slightly firmer grain; adjust to taste.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it cook faster than regular red rice?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Because part of the bran is polished away and the grain is raw rather than parboiled, it cooks in about 18 to 20 minutes, noticeably quicker than unpolished red rice or parboiled hand pound rice.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow should I store a 10 lb bag of rice?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKeep it cool, dry and sealed, ideally decanted into an airtight container or bin once opened. Rice keeps for many months this way. Freezing the bag for 48 hours on arrival is a common precaution against pantry moths in warm US kitchens.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does shipping work for a 10 lb bag?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is a bulk item, so instead of free standard shipping it carries one flat bulk-shipping fee based on the total bulk weight in your order, starting at $8.99 for up to 15 lb and charged once per order rather than per bag. Free pickup at our Bohemia, New York warehouse avoids the fee entirely.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"CIC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53108093780277,"sku":"001-CIC-RERARILI-10LB","price":16.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0995\/0969\/8869\/files\/CICGOLDENCROPRedSambaRawRiceLite-10lb.avif?v=1786989653"},{"product_id":"cic-golden-crop-red-samba-raw-lite-rice-10lb","title":"CIC GOLDEN CROP Red Samba Raw Lite Rice, 10lb","description":"\u003cp\u003eCIC Golden Crop Red Samba Raw Lite is a double-polished Sri Lankan red samba raw rice: a short, plump, pinkish grain with part of the bran removed, so it cooks quicker and milder than unpolished red samba yet still eats like a red rice. It is an everyday rice-and-curry grain for gravy-rich meals and lunch packets. Plain rice: vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOrigin \u0026amp; maker\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eMade in Sri Lanka by CIC, under its Golden Crop rice brand. The packer named on the pack varies by pack version: older packs print CIC Agri Produce Export (Pvt) Ltd, No. 205, D.R. Wijewardana Mawatha, Colombo 10, Sri Lanka on the back panel, while newer Golden Crop packs simply read \"A Product of CIC Agri Businesses\" or \"A Product of CIC | Agri Produce\". The maker details printed on the pack you receive are the authority. Taprovan is the US retailer; it does not manufacture the product.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCIC Golden Crop\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eProduct\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRed Samba Raw Lite Rice\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eNet weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 lb \/ 4.54 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eForm\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWhole grain rice, uncooked\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eVariety\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRed samba, raw (unparboiled), double-polished; short pinkish grain\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eServing size\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\/4 cup dry (45 g), about 100 servings per bag as printed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePackaging\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 lb plastic bag\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eDiet\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVegan; vegetarian; gluten-free (plain rice; no allergen statement confirmed on the pack)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003eNutrition Facts\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ccaption\u003ePer 1\/4 cup dry (45 g) serving, as sold, as printed on the pack; about 100 servings per pack as printed\u003c\/caption\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eNutrient\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003ePer serving (45 g dry)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003e% Daily Value\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCalories\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e156 kcal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e—\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCalories from fat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4 kcal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e—\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTotal fat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.4 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.5%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSaturated fat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTrans fat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e—\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCholesterol\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSodium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTotal carbohydrate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e34.3 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e11%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDietary fiber\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTotal sugars\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e—\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProtein\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.7 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e—\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003eShipping \u0026amp; returns\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eShips from our warehouse in Bohemia, New York, and is packed for the carrier within one business day. This is a bulk item: instead of free standard shipping it carries a flat bulk-shipping fee based on the total bulk weight in your order ($8.99 up to 15 lb, then $19.99, $27.99 or $37.99 for heavier orders), charged once per order, not per item. Free warehouse pickup is available for online orders and avoids the fee. Food items cannot be returned once shipped, but if your pack arrives damaged or the wrong item was sent, contact us as soon as you receive it and we will put it right. See the \u003ca href=\"\/policies\/shipping-policy\"\u003eshipping policy\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/policies\/refund-policy\"\u003erefund policy\u003c\/a\u003e for full details.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDetailed description\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat it is.\u003c\/strong\u003e Samba is the short, plump Sri Lankan grain family; this is the red, raw version polished twice so that the grain is pinkish rather than deep red. It cooks soft and slightly sticky, holds gravy well and keeps a little of the nuttiness of red rice. Lite refers to the polishing, not to calories.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients.\u003c\/strong\u003e This is plain uncooked rice. Any ingredient statement is printed on the pack.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAllergens.\u003c\/strong\u003e No allergen statement is printed on the pack that we can confirm; check the pack if you have a specific allergy. Rice is naturally free of gluten, and this pack is recorded in our catalog as gluten-free, vegetarian and vegan.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to cook.\u003c\/strong\u003e Rinse and cook with about 2 cups water per cup of rice for 18 to 20 minutes, or on a rice cooker's white setting. The short pinkish grains cook soft and slightly sticky, good under gravy-rich curries and for lunch packets. A 10 lb bag is roughly 30 cups uncooked, around 90 servings. Directions printed on the pack: The water ratio printed on the pack applies (add butter or margarine and salt to taste, as the pack suggests). Rice cooker: add rice, water, butter or margarine and salt, switch on and let the cooker finish. Saucepan: bring rice and water to the boil uncovered, let the water level drop below the rice, stir, turn the heat to low, cover and simmer 20 to 25 minutes. Microwave: cover and cook on high for 8 minutes, stir, cook on the defrost setting for another 5 minutes, then leave covered for 5 minutes before serving.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eServing ideas.\u003c\/strong\u003e Gravy-rich curries such as chicken or dhal; lunch packets with a fried egg and mallung; or a plate with dried-fish badun and pol sambol.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlso known as.\u003c\/strong\u003e රතු සම්බා කැකුළු (ලයිට්) \/ சிவப்பு சம்பா பச்சை அரிசி · rathu samba kekulu lite \/ red samba raw lite. The pack name panel prints it as රෝස කැකුළු සම්බා \/ சிவப்பு பச்சை சம்பா (rosa kekulu samba \/ sivappu pachai samba).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage.\u003c\/strong\u003e Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight; reseal after opening.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does Lite mean on CIC rice?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLite is CIC's name for its double-polished red rice: the bran is partly removed so the grain is lighter in colour, cooks faster and tastes milder than full red rice, while keeping some of the red-rice character. It is not a low-calorie claim.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRed Samba Raw Lite or Red Raw Rice Lite, which should I buy?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBoth are double-polished red raw rice from CIC. Samba is the short, plump grain that cooks slightly stickier; Red Raw Rice Lite is a medium grain that cooks a little fluffier. Families used to samba rice in Sri Lanka usually pick the samba.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I cook it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRinse and cook with about 2 cups of water per cup of rice for 18 to 20 minutes, or use the white setting on a rice cooker. The pack also prints saucepan and microwave directions with a spoon of margarine and a pinch of salt.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it the same as red keeri samba?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. Keeri samba is the tiny, fragrant samba grain; this is a standard-size red samba that has been double-polished. It is softer and pinker, and a more everyday choice, while red keeri samba is the finer festive grain.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow should I store a 10 lb bag of rice?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKeep it cool, dry and sealed, ideally decanted into an airtight container or bin once opened. Rice keeps for many months this way. Freezing the bag for 48 hours on arrival is a common precaution against pantry moths in warm US kitchens.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does shipping work for a 10 lb bag?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is a bulk item, so instead of free standard shipping it carries one flat bulk-shipping fee based on the total bulk weight in your order, starting at $8.99 for up to 15 lb and charged once per order rather than per bag. Free pickup at our Bohemia, New York warehouse avoids the fee entirely.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"CIC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53108093845813,"sku":"001-CIC-RESARALIRI-10LB","price":16.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0995\/0969\/8869\/files\/CICGOLDENCROPRedSambaRawRiceLite-10lb_06dd0f9b-320b-4686-b7a4-7b6972511b75.avif?v=1786989726"},{"product_id":"cic-golden-crop-special-red-lakmathi-long-grain-rice-10lb","title":"CIC GOLDEN CROP Special Red Lakmathi Long Grain Basmathi Rice, 10lb","description":"\u003cp\u003eCIC Golden Crop Special Red Lakmathi is CIC's \"Special\" grade of its Sri Lankan-grown red long-grain basmathi-style rice, printed on the pack name panel as Special Red Basmathi Rice. It is a long red grain for biryani, yellow rice, ghee rice and pilaf where you want a separate grain with red-rice character, in a 10 lb family bag.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOrigin \u0026amp; maker\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eMade in Sri Lanka by CIC, under its Golden Crop rice brand; the front of the pack reads \"A Product of CIC Agri Businesses\" and \"Product of Sri Lanka\". Full packer details are printed on the back of the pack. Taprovan is the US retailer; it does not manufacture the product.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCIC Golden Crop\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eProduct\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpecial Red Lakmathi Long Grain Basmathi Rice (pack name panel: Special Red Basmathi Rice)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eNet weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 lb \/ 4.54 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eForm\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWhole grain rice, uncooked\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eVariety\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpecial red basmathi-style long grain, Sri Lankan-grown\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePackaging\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 lb plastic bag\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003eNutrition Facts\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Nutrition Facts panel printed on the pack applies to this product; so please refer to the pack for per-serving values.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eShipping \u0026amp; returns\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eShips from our warehouse in Bohemia, New York, and is packed for the carrier within one business day. This is a bulk item: instead of free standard shipping it carries a flat bulk-shipping fee based on the total bulk weight in your order ($8.99 up to 15 lb, then $19.99, $27.99 or $37.99 for heavier orders), charged once per order, not per item. Free warehouse pickup is available for online orders and avoids the fee. Food items cannot be returned once shipped, but if your pack arrives damaged or the wrong item was sent, contact us as soon as you receive it and we will put it right. See the \u003ca href=\"\/policies\/shipping-policy\"\u003eshipping policy\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/policies\/refund-policy\"\u003erefund policy\u003c\/a\u003e for full details.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDetailed description\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat it is.\u003c\/strong\u003e Lakmathi is the name CIC uses for its Sri Lankan-grown long-grain rice positioned as a local alternative to imported basmati, and Special Red is a distinct grade within that range. The pack does not state how its milling differs from the standard Red Lakmathi bag; the pack you receive is the authority on that point.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients.\u003c\/strong\u003e This is plain uncooked rice. Any ingredient statement is printed on the pack.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAllergens.\u003c\/strong\u003e No allergen statement is printed on the pack that we can confirm; check the pack if you have a specific allergy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to cook.\u003c\/strong\u003e Cooking directions are printed on the pack. As a general guide for long-grain red rice, rinse until the water runs clear, soak about 20 minutes, cook with roughly 2 cups of water per cup of rice for around 20 minutes and rest before fluffing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eServing ideas.\u003c\/strong\u003e Buriyani, ghee rice and yellow rice; fried rice; or plain under a mutton or chicken curry.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlso known as.\u003c\/strong\u003e විශේෂ රතු බාස්මති සහල් \/ சிறப்பு சிவப்பு பாஸ்மதி அரிசி · vishesha rathu basmathi \/ sirappu sivappu basmathi (special red basmathi).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage.\u003c\/strong\u003e Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight; reseal after opening.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is Lakmathi rice?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLakmathi is a Sri Lankan-grown long-grain rice that CIC positions as a local alternative to imported basmati. It cooks long and fairly separate but with less aroma than Indian or Pakistani basmati. The red versions keep bran on the grain for a nuttier taste.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does Special mean here?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSpecial Red is a separate grade from the standard Red Lakmathi bag in CIC's range. The milling difference from the pack itself, so if you need a particular grade, check the pack description or ask us before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it real basmati?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNot in the protected-origin sense; basmati proper is grown in the Indo-Gangetic plain. This is a long-grain variety grown in Sri Lanka and marketed as basmathi-style. Expect a slightly shorter, less perfumed grain that still works well for biryani.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs a nutrition panel available?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNot yet for this pack. The Nutrition Facts panel printed on the bag applies; please refer to it for per-serving values. Plain uncooked rice is labelled by the 1\/4 cup dry (45 g) serving on CIC packs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow should I store a 10 lb bag of rice?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKeep it cool, dry and sealed, ideally decanted into an airtight container or bin once opened. Rice keeps for many months this way. Freezing the bag for 48 hours on arrival is a common precaution against pantry moths in warm US kitchens.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does shipping work for a 10 lb bag?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is a bulk item, so instead of free standard shipping it carries one flat bulk-shipping fee based on the total bulk weight in your order, starting at $8.99 for up to 15 lb and charged once per order rather than per bag. Free pickup at our Bohemia, New York warehouse avoids the fee entirely.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"CIC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53108093878581,"sku":"001-CIC-SPREBARI-10LB","price":17.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0995\/0969\/8869\/files\/CICGOLDENCROPSpecialLakmathiLongGrainRice-10lb.avif?v=1786998131"},{"product_id":"cic-golden-crop-sudu-suduru-rice-10lb","title":"CIC GOLDEN CROP Sudu Suduru Rice, 10lb","description":"\u003cp\u003eCIC Golden Crop Sudu Suduru is a white, small-grain, fragrant Sri Lankan suduru samba rice, a finer grain than everyday muthu samba. It is the rice for kiribath, yellow rice, biryani and a Sunday rice-and-curry, when you want something soft, aromatic and a little special. Plain rice: vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOrigin \u0026amp; maker\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eMade in Sri Lanka by CIC, under its Golden Crop rice brand; the front of the pack reads \"A Product of CIC Agri Businesses\" and \"Product of Sri Lanka\". Full packer details are printed on the back of the pack. Taprovan is the US retailer; it does not manufacture the product.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCIC Golden Crop\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eProduct\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSudu Suduru Rice (white suduru samba)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eNet weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 lb \/ 4.54 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eForm\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWhole grain rice, uncooked\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eVariety\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSudu (white) suduru samba: small, slender, aromatic white samba grain\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePackaging\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 lb plastic bag\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eDiet\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVegan; vegetarian; gluten-free (plain rice; no allergen statement confirmed on the pack)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003eNutrition Facts\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Nutrition Facts panel printed on the pack applies to this product; so please refer to the pack for per-serving values.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eShipping \u0026amp; returns\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eShips from our warehouse in Bohemia, New York, and is packed for the carrier within one business day. This is a bulk item: instead of free standard shipping it carries a flat bulk-shipping fee based on the total bulk weight in your order ($8.99 up to 15 lb, then $19.99, $27.99 or $37.99 for heavier orders), charged once per order, not per item. Free warehouse pickup is available for online orders and avoids the fee. Food items cannot be returned once shipped, but if your pack arrives damaged or the wrong item was sent, contact us as soon as you receive it and we will put it right. See the \u003ca href=\"\/policies\/shipping-policy\"\u003eshipping policy\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/policies\/refund-policy\"\u003erefund policy\u003c\/a\u003e for full details.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDetailed description\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat it is.\u003c\/strong\u003e Suduru samba is a small, slender, aromatic Sri Lankan samba grain, and sudu simply means white. It cooks soft, fragrant and slightly clingy, a step up in texture and scent from everyday muthu samba, which is why it is the grain many families keep for festive meals and kiribath.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients.\u003c\/strong\u003e This is plain uncooked rice. Any ingredient statement is printed on the pack.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAllergens.\u003c\/strong\u003e No allergen statement is printed on the pack that we can confirm; check the pack if you have a specific allergy. Rice is naturally free of gluten, and this pack is recorded in our catalog as gluten-free, vegetarian and vegan.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to cook.\u003c\/strong\u003e Rinse and cook with about 1.75 to 2 cups water per cup of rice for 15 to 18 minutes, or on the white setting of a rice cooker. The fine grains cook soft, fragrant and slightly clingy. Use it for kiribath, yellow rice, biryani and Sunday lunch. A 10 lb bag is roughly 30 cups uncooked, around 90 servings. Cooking directions are also printed on the pack.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eServing ideas.\u003c\/strong\u003e Kiribath with lunu miris; yellow rice with chicken curry; buriyani; or plain with parippu and a mallung.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlso known as.\u003c\/strong\u003e සුදු සුදුරු සම්බා \/ வெள்ளை சுதுரு சம்பா · sudu suduru samba \/ white suduru samba. The pack name panel prints it as සුදු සුදුරු සහල් \/ வெள்ளை சூதுரு அரிசி (sudu suduru sahal \/ vellai suduru arisi).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage.\u003c\/strong\u003e Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight; reseal after opening.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is suduru samba?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSuduru samba is a small, slender, aromatic Sri Lankan samba grain, a step up from everyday muthu samba and served at festive meals, kiribath and biryani. Sudu Suduru is the white version; CIC also sells a standard Suduru Samba bag.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does it differ from basmati?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSuduru samba is much shorter and cooks softer and slightly stickier than basmati, with a gentler fragrance. Use it when you want Sri Lankan-style rice that clings a little, rather than the long, dry, separate grains of basmati.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much water does it need?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRinse and cook with about 1.75 to 2 cups of water per cup of rice for 15 to 18 minutes, or on the white setting of a rice cooker. For kiribath, cook it soft with a little extra water before adding thick coconut milk.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs a nutrition panel available?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNot yet for this pack. The Nutrition Facts panel printed on the bag applies; please refer to it for per-serving values. Plain uncooked rice is labelled by the 1\/4 cup dry (45 g) serving on CIC packs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow should I store a 10 lb bag of rice?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKeep it cool, dry and sealed, ideally decanted into an airtight container or bin once opened. Rice keeps for many months this way. Freezing the bag for 48 hours on arrival is a common precaution against pantry moths in warm US kitchens.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does shipping work for a 10 lb bag?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is a bulk item, so instead of free standard shipping it carries one flat bulk-shipping fee based on the total bulk weight in your order, starting at $8.99 for up to 15 lb and charged once per order rather than per bag. Free pickup at our Bohemia, New York warehouse avoids the fee entirely.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"CIC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53108093911349,"sku":"001-CIC-SUSUSA-10LB","price":20.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0995\/0969\/8869\/files\/CICGOLDENCROPSuduSuduruRice-10lb.avif?v=1786989512"},{"product_id":"cic-golden-crop-suduru-samba-rice-10lb","title":"CIC GOLDEN CROP Suduru Samba Rice, 10lb","description":"\u003cp\u003eCIC Golden Crop Suduru Samba is a small-grain, fragrant Sri Lankan samba rice, finer than everyday muthu samba and used for festive meals, kiribath, yellow rice and lamprais. The slender grains cook soft and aromatic with a slight cling, the texture Sri Lankan cooks want under curry. Plain rice: vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOrigin \u0026amp; maker\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eMade in Sri Lanka by CIC, under its Golden Crop rice brand; the front of the newer pack reads \"A Product of CIC | Agri Produce\" and \"Product of Sri Lanka\". Full packer details are printed on the back of the pack. Taprovan is the US retailer; it does not manufacture the product.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCIC Golden Crop\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eProduct\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSuduru Samba Rice\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eNet weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 lb \/ 4.54 kg (newer packs print 10 lb \/ 4.53 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eForm\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWhole grain rice, uncooked\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eVariety\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSuduru samba: small, slender, aromatic samba grain\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePackaging\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 lb plastic bag\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eDiet\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVegan; vegetarian; gluten-free (plain rice; no allergen statement confirmed on the pack)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003eNutrition Facts\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Nutrition Facts panel printed on the pack applies to this product; so please refer to the pack for per-serving values.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eShipping \u0026amp; returns\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eShips from our warehouse in Bohemia, New York, and is packed for the carrier within one business day. This is a bulk item: instead of free standard shipping it carries a flat bulk-shipping fee based on the total bulk weight in your order ($8.99 up to 15 lb, then $19.99, $27.99 or $37.99 for heavier orders), charged once per order, not per item. Free warehouse pickup is available for online orders and avoids the fee. Food items cannot be returned once shipped, but if your pack arrives damaged or the wrong item was sent, contact us as soon as you receive it and we will put it right. See the \u003ca href=\"\/policies\/shipping-policy\"\u003eshipping policy\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/policies\/refund-policy\"\u003erefund policy\u003c\/a\u003e for full details.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDetailed description\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat it is.\u003c\/strong\u003e Suduru samba is a small, slender, aromatic Sri Lankan samba grain. It cooks soft and fragrant with a slight cling, a step up from everyday muthu samba, which is why families keep it for kiribath, yellow rice, lamprais and Sunday lunch.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients.\u003c\/strong\u003e This is plain uncooked rice. Any ingredient statement is printed on the pack.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAllergens.\u003c\/strong\u003e No allergen statement is printed on the pack that we can confirm; check the pack if you have a specific allergy. Rice is naturally free of gluten, and this pack is recorded in our catalog as gluten-free, vegetarian and vegan.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to cook.\u003c\/strong\u003e Rinse and cook with about 1.75 to 2 cups water per cup of rice for 15 to 18 minutes, or on a rice cooker's white setting. The slender grains cook soft and fragrant with a slight cling. Use for kiribath, yellow rice, lamprais and Sunday rice-and-curry. A 10 lb bag is roughly 30 cups uncooked, around 90 servings. Cooking directions are also printed on the pack.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eServing ideas.\u003c\/strong\u003e Kiribath with lunu miris; yellow rice; lamprais; or plain under chicken curry, parippu and pol sambol.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlso known as.\u003c\/strong\u003e සුදුරු සම්බා \/ சுதுரு சம்பா · suduru samba. The pack name panel prints it as සුදුරු සම්බා සහල් \/ சூதுரு சம்பா அரிசி (suduru samba sahal \/ suduru samba arisi).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage.\u003c\/strong\u003e Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight; reseal after opening.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is suduru samba?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSuduru samba is a small, slender, aromatic Sri Lankan samba grain, a step up from everyday muthu samba and served at festive meals, kiribath and biryani. It cooks soft and fragrant with a slight cling.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuduru Samba or Sudu Suduru, which is which?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBoth are CIC suduru samba. Sudu Suduru is labelled as the white grade; the pack labelled Suduru Samba is the standard suduru samba. No published difference beyond labelling, so ask us if you need a specific grade.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much water does it need?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRinse and cook with about 1.75 to 2 cups of water per cup of rice for 15 to 18 minutes, or on a rice cooker's white setting. The grains come out soft and fragrant; use a little less water if you prefer them separate.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy does the pack say 4.53 kg?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe bag is a 10 lb pack. Newer packs print the metric conversion as 4.53 kg, while our product page shows 4.54 kg; both are the same 10 lb net weight, rounded differently.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow should I store a 10 lb bag of rice?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKeep it cool, dry and sealed, ideally decanted into an airtight container or bin once opened. Rice keeps for many months this way. Freezing the bag for 48 hours on arrival is a common precaution against pantry moths in warm US kitchens.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does shipping work for a 10 lb bag?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is a bulk item, so instead of free standard shipping it carries one flat bulk-shipping fee based on the total bulk weight in your order, starting at $8.99 for up to 15 lb and charged once per order rather than per bag. Free pickup at our Bohemia, New York warehouse avoids the fee entirely.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"CIC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53108093944117,"sku":"001-CIC-SUSA-10LB","price":20.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0995\/0969\/8869\/files\/CICGOLDENCROP-SuduruSambaRice-10lb.avif?v=1786990121"},{"product_id":"cic-golden-crop-kaluheenati-traditional-rice-2lb","title":"CIC GOLDEN CROP Kaluheenati Traditional Rice, 2lb","description":"\u003cp\u003eCIC Golden Crop Kaluheenati is a traditional Sri Lankan heirloom red rice: a small, dark-red raw grain with a chewy bite and nutty flavour, packed in a 2 lb bag. It is eaten as everyday rice and in kola kenda (herbal rice porridge) by families who want an old native variety. Plain rice: vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOrigin \u0026amp; maker\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eMade in Sri Lanka by CIC, under its Golden Crop rice brand. The packer named on the pack varies by pack version: older packs print CIC Agri Produce Export (Pvt) Ltd, No. 205, D.R. Wijewardana Mawatha, Colombo 10, Sri Lanka on the back panel, while newer Golden Crop packs simply read \"A Product of CIC Agri Businesses\" or \"A Product of CIC | Agri Produce\". The maker details printed on the pack you receive are the authority. Taprovan is the US retailer; it does not manufacture the product.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCIC Golden Crop (Gourmet Rice)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eProduct\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKaluheenati Traditional Rice\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eNet weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 lb \/ 907 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eForm\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWhole grain rice, uncooked\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eVariety\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKaluheenati: traditional Sri Lankan heirloom red rice, small dark-red grain\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eServing size\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\/4 cup dry (45 g), about 20 servings per bag as printed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePackaging\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 lb plastic bag\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eDiet\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVegan; vegetarian; gluten-free (plain rice; no allergen statement confirmed on the pack)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003eNutrition Facts\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Nutrition Facts panel printed on the pack applies to this product; so please refer to the pack for per-serving values.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eShipping \u0026amp; returns\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eShips from our warehouse in Bohemia, New York, and is packed for the carrier within one business day. Standard shipping is free on US orders of $69.99 or more; this is a standard-weight item, so it does not add a bulk-item fee (those apply only to 10 lb rice, 5 kg flour and 1.5 L drinks). Free warehouse pickup is available for online orders. Food items cannot be returned once shipped, but if your pack arrives damaged or the wrong item was sent, contact us as soon as you receive it and we will put it right. See the \u003ca href=\"\/policies\/shipping-policy\"\u003eshipping policy\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/policies\/refund-policy\"\u003erefund policy\u003c\/a\u003e for full details.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDetailed description\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat it is.\u003c\/strong\u003e Kaluheenati (literally black heenati) is one of Sri Lanka's old native rice varieties, a short, deep-red grain grown before the modern high-yield types. It is a raw (unparboiled) heirloom grain with a distinctly earthy, nutty taste and a firm chew, and it holds up well under thick curries.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients.\u003c\/strong\u003e This is plain uncooked rice. Any ingredient statement is printed on the pack.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAllergens.\u003c\/strong\u003e No allergen statement is printed on the pack that we can confirm; check the pack if you have a specific allergy. Rice is naturally free of gluten, and this pack is recorded in our catalog as gluten-free, vegetarian and vegan.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to cook.\u003c\/strong\u003e Rinse well and cook like other red rice, about 2.5 cups water per cup, 30 to 35 minutes, or soak 30 minutes to shorten cooking. It is chewy and nutty and holds up to thick curries, kola kenda (herbal porridge) and kiribath for those who like a red-rice version. A 2 lb bag is about 6 cups uncooked, roughly 18 servings. Directions printed on the pack: The pack ratio line reads: for 1 cup of rice add 2 1\/2 cups of water, 1 tablespoon of margarine and a pinch of salt. Rice cooker: add rice, water, butter or margarine and salt, switch on and let the cooker finish. Saucepan: bring rice and water to the boil uncovered, let the water level drop below the rice, stir, turn the heat to low, cover and simmer 20 to 25 minutes. Microwave: cover and cook on high for 8 minutes, stir, cook on the defrost setting for another 5 minutes, then leave covered for 5 minutes before serving.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eServing ideas.\u003c\/strong\u003e Under thick curries such as jackfruit or dhal; kola kenda with gotukola; or a red-rice kiribath for those who like it that way.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlso known as.\u003c\/strong\u003e කලු හීනටි \/ கலு ஹீனட்டி · kalu heenati \/ kaluheenati. The pack name panel prints it as කළුහීනටි \/ களுஹீனடி (kaluheenati \/ kalu heenati).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage.\u003c\/strong\u003e Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight; reseal after opening.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is Kaluheenati rice?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKaluheenati (literally black heenati) is one of Sri Lanka's oldest native rice varieties, a short dark-red grain that predates modern high-yield breeding. Sri Lankans eat it for its nutty flavour, and it has a long place in traditional cooking such as kola kenda.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it the same as Indian red rice like Matta?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. Kerala Matta is a parboiled, larger red grain; Kaluheenati is a smaller, raw (unparboiled) heirloom grain with a deeper colour and a softer chew. Cooking times are similar, but the taste is distinctly earthier.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I cook it so it is not hard?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSoak for 30 minutes, then simmer covered with 2.5 cups of water per cup of rice for about 30 minutes and rest 10 minutes off the heat. The pack itself says 2 1\/2 cups of water per cup with a spoon of margarine and a pinch of salt. A pressure cooker on the brown-rice setting also works.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow many servings are in a 2 lb bag?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe pack lists about 20 servings of 1\/4 cup dry (45 g). That is roughly 6 cups of uncooked rice, enough for around 18 generous cooked servings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this bag add a bulk shipping fee?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. A 2 lb bag is a standard-weight item, so it ships free on US orders of $69.99 or more; the bulk fee applies only to 10 lb rice bags, 5 kg flour and 1.5 L drinks. Free warehouse pickup is also available.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"CIC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53108094009653,"sku":"001-CIC-KATRRI-2LB","price":4.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0995\/0969\/8869\/files\/CICGOLDENCROPKaluheenatiRice-2lb.avif?v=1786990006"},{"product_id":"cic-golden-crop-madathawalu-traditional-rice-2lb","title":"CIC GOLDEN CROP Madathawalu Traditional Rice, 2lb","description":"\u003cp\u003eCIC Golden Crop Madathawalu is a traditional Sri Lankan heirloom red rice: a medium red grain with a mild, earthy flavour that cooks slightly sticky and full-bodied, packed in a 2 lb bag. It suits rice-and-curry, kenda porridge and lunch packets for families who like an old native variety. Plain rice: vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOrigin \u0026amp; maker\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eMade in Sri Lanka by CIC, under its Golden Crop rice brand. The packer named on the pack varies by pack version: older packs print CIC Agri Produce Export (Pvt) Ltd, No. 205, D.R. Wijewardana Mawatha, Colombo 10, Sri Lanka on the back panel, while newer Golden Crop packs simply read \"A Product of CIC Agri Businesses\" or \"A Product of CIC | Agri Produce\". The maker details printed on the pack you receive are the authority. Taprovan is the US retailer; it does not manufacture the product.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCIC Golden Crop\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eProduct\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMadathawalu Traditional Rice\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eNet weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 lb \/ 907 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eForm\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWhole grain rice, uncooked\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eVariety\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMadathawalu: traditional Sri Lankan heirloom red rice, medium grain\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eServing size\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\/4 cup dry (45 g), about 20 servings per bag as printed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePackaging\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 lb plastic bag\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eShelf life\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBest-before date printed 24 months from packing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eDiet\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVegan; vegetarian; gluten-free (plain rice; no allergen statement confirmed on the pack)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003eNutrition Facts\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ccaption\u003ePer 1\/4 cup dry (45 g) serving, as sold, as printed on the pack; about 20 servings per pack as printed\u003c\/caption\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eNutrient\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003ePer serving (45 g dry)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003e% Daily Value\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCalories\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e160 kcal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e—\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCalories from fat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 kcal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e—\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTotal fat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.1 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSaturated fat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTrans fat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e—\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCholesterol\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSodium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTotal carbohydrate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e33.9 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e11%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDietary fiber\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTotal sugars\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e—\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProtein\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.6 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e—\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003eShipping \u0026amp; returns\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eShips from our warehouse in Bohemia, New York, and is packed for the carrier within one business day. Standard shipping is free on US orders of $69.99 or more; this is a standard-weight item, so it does not add a bulk-item fee (those apply only to 10 lb rice, 5 kg flour and 1.5 L drinks). Free warehouse pickup is available for online orders. Food items cannot be returned once shipped, but if your pack arrives damaged or the wrong item was sent, contact us as soon as you receive it and we will put it right. See the \u003ca href=\"\/policies\/shipping-policy\"\u003eshipping policy\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/policies\/refund-policy\"\u003erefund policy\u003c\/a\u003e for full details.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDetailed description\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat it is.\u003c\/strong\u003e Madathawalu is a native Sri Lankan red rice variety that predates modern hybrids. Compared with its heirloom siblings, it is softer and stickier when cooked than the small, dark Kaluheenati, and it is a red grain where Suwandel is a fragrant white one, which makes it a favourite for porridge and everyday meals. The pack states it is manufactured and packed by a HACCP (ISO 22000) food safety certified company.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients.\u003c\/strong\u003e This is plain uncooked rice. Any ingredient statement is printed on the pack.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAllergens.\u003c\/strong\u003e No allergen statement is printed on the pack that we can confirm; check the pack if you have a specific allergy. Rice is naturally free of gluten, and this pack is recorded in our catalog as gluten-free, vegetarian and vegan.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to cook.\u003c\/strong\u003e Rinse and cook with about 2.5 cups water per cup of rice for 30 minutes, or soak first to soften. It gives a slightly sticky, full-flavoured red rice that suits rice-and-curry, kenda porridge and lunch packets. A 2 lb bag is about 6 cups uncooked, roughly 18 servings. Directions printed on the pack: The pack ratio line reads: for 1 cup of rice add 2 1\/2 cups of water, 1 tablespoon of margarine and a pinch of salt. Rice cooker: add rice, water, butter or margarine and salt, switch on and let the cooker finish. Saucepan: bring rice and water to the boil uncovered, let the water level drop below the rice, stir, turn the heat to low, cover and simmer 20 to 25 minutes. Microwave: cover and cook on high for 8 minutes, stir, cook on the defrost setting for another 5 minutes, then leave covered for 5 minutes before serving.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eServing ideas.\u003c\/strong\u003e Rice-and-curry with parippu and mallung; kenda porridge; lunch packets; or a red-rice kiribath.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlso known as.\u003c\/strong\u003e මඩතවාලු \/ மடதவாலு · madathawalu \/ madathavalu.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage.\u003c\/strong\u003e Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight; reseal after opening.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is Madathawalu rice?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMadathawalu is a native Sri Lankan red rice variety that predates modern hybrids, with a mild, earthy flavour and a slightly sticky cooked texture. It is one of the traditional varieties CIC grows and packs under its Golden Crop label.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow is it different from Kaluheenati or Suwandel?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAll three are heirloom varieties from CIC. Suwandel is a fragrant white rice; Kaluheenati is a dark, small red grain; Madathawalu is a red grain with a slightly softer, stickier cooked texture, which many people prefer for porridge and everyday meals.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I cook it in a rice cooker?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Use the brown-rice setting if your cooker has one, with about 2.5 cups of water per cup of rice, which matches the ratio printed on the pack. Soaking 20 to 30 minutes beforehand gives a more even, softer grain.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does the nutrition panel say?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePer 1\/4 cup dry (45 g) serving the pack prints 160 calories, 1.1 g total fat, 33.9 g carbohydrate and 3.6 g protein, with about 20 servings per 2 lb bag. The full table above is transcribed from the pack.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this bag add a bulk shipping fee?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. A 2 lb bag is a standard-weight item, so it ships free on US orders of $69.99 or more; the bulk fee applies only to 10 lb rice bags, 5 kg flour and 1.5 L drinks. 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