Poongar (Raw Rice) - பூங்கார் (பச்சரிசி)

Name

Kitchili refers to a fruit and this rice variety probably derives its name from the resemblance of this fruit.  It has a pale orange thin grain (colour resembling that of a kitchili fruit) with a pleasant aroma.

Cooking / Dishes

• A fine South Indian variety is preferred for the Indian table.

• Consumed both as raw and boiled rice.