Navara Puttu Podi (Ayurvedic Red Rice Flour for Puttu) 500gms

Step into the world of traditional wellness with our premium Navara Puttu Podi – a specialty red rice flour made from Navara rice, one of Kerala’s most revered ancient grain varieties. Known for its medicinal and Ayurvedic value, Navara rice is naturally rich in iron, antioxidants, and bioavailable nutrients, making this puttu podi a perfect choice for health-conscious families.

Milled and lightly roasted to the perfect coarse texture, our Navara Puttu Podi helps you prepare soft, aromatic, and earthy-flavored puttu that’s not only delicious but also supports overall wellness. Traditionally used in Ayurvedic diets to improve immunity, strength, and digestion, Navara Puttu is ideal for kids, elders, and those recovering from illness.

Enjoy it with banana, palm sugar, grated coconut, or a gentle curry like green gram or payar curry, and give your body the nourishment of a time-honored supergrain.

Key Features:

• ✅ Made from Authentic Navara Rice – A medicinal red rice variety native to Kerala

• 🌿 Ayurvedic & Nutrient-Rich – High in antioxidants, iron, and digestible fiber

• 🥥 Perfect for Traditional Kerala Puttu – Soft texture with a warm, nutty flavor

• 🚫 No Preservatives or Additives – 100% natural, vegan, and gluten-free

• 🌾 Supports Strength & Immunity – Ideal for children, new mothers, and convalescents

• 📦 Hygienically Packed – Preserves aroma, taste, and nutritional quality

How to Make Navara Puttu (Traditional Method):

Ingredients:

• 1 cup Navara Puttu Podi

• Water (as needed)

• Salt to taste

• Grated coconut (for layering)

Instructions:

1. Moisten the Flour:
   In a mixing bowl, add 1 cup Navara Puttu Podi with a pinch of salt. Sprinkle warm water slowly while mixing by hand until the flour becomes crumbly and moist. Let it rest for 5–10 minutes.

2. Layer & Steam:
   In a puttu kutti or steamer, layer 1 tablespoon grated coconut at the bottom, followed by 2–3 tablespoons of the moistened flour. Repeat layers until filled.

3. Steam to Perfection:
   Steam for 6–8 minutes, or until the puttu is soft, fluffy, and aromatic.

4. Serve Warm:
   Best served with banana, ghee, jaggery, or Ayurvedic herbal side dishes like moong dal curry.

Health Benefits:

• Strengthens immunity and supports recovery

• Improves digestion and supports gut health

• Rich in natural iron – excellent for children, women, and elders

• Traditionally used in Ayurvedic postnatal and therapeutic diets

Storage Instructions:

Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place. Use within 4–6 months for optimal taste and nutrition.