Desi Rice Idly Ravva is made from traditional desi rice, coarsely milled into the right texture for preparing soft and traditional-style idly. It can be used along with urad dal to prepare homemade idly batter.
At Sampoorna Swadesi, we focus on knowing the source of our grains and maintaining relationships with farming families.
From Desi Rice to Idly Ravva
Our desi rice is sourced from various farming families. Different traditional rice varieties are suited to different soil and climatic conditions, so the actual source may vary according to crop availability and season.
The rice is cleaned and specially coarsely milled to produce Desi Rice Idly Ravva.
The actual farmer, rice variety and source may vary by batch depending on crop availability and sourcing.
Our Approach
Made from traditional desi rice
Sourced through farming families
Traditional/indigenous rice varieties
Unpolished grain used as the raw material
No intentional adulteration
Naturally handled and stored
Coarsely milled for idly preparation
We do not claim organic certification. Our focus is on knowing the farmer, knowing the land and understanding where our food comes from.
What is Desi Rice Idly Ravva?
Desi Rice Idly Ravva consists of coarsely milled rice granules specially prepared for making idly.
It is typically combined with urad dal, soaked, ground/fermented and steamed to prepare idly.
Common Uses
Desi Rice Idly Ravva can be used for:
Traditional Idly
Soft Idly
Homemade Idly Batter
Vegetable Idly
Other steamed rice-based preparations
Basic Preparation
Wash and soak the Idly Ravva.
Separately soak urad dal.
Grind the urad dal and prepare the batter.
Mix with the soaked rice ravva.
Allow the batter to ferment appropriately.
Steam the fermented batter in idly moulds.
The exact soaking, grinding and fermentation time can be adjusted according to the rice variety, weather and your preferred idly texture.
Why Can Black Storage Pests Appear?
Traditionally handled grains and ravva can occasionally develop small black storage insects or pests, particularly under warm and humid conditions.
Their presence does not automatically indicate adulteration.
Because we focus on traditional grains and natural handling and storage practices rather than relying on chemical pest-control treatments, occasional storage pests can occur.
Tiny insect eggs or larvae may sometimes be present in stored grains and may not be visible during processing. Under favourable conditions, they can develop later.
How to Store Desi Rice Idly Ravva
For better storage:
Transfer into a clean, completely dry airtight container.
Store in a cool, dry place.
Protect from moisture and humidity.
Always use a clean, dry spoon.
Do not mix newly purchased ravva with an older batch.
Check before use.
Refrigeration can help maintain freshness and reduce storage pest activity.
Our Replacement Policy
As this is a traditionally handled grain product, normal variation in colour, texture or occasional storage insects does not automatically qualify for replacement.
However, if you notice a genuine quality issue such as:
Visible fungus or mould
White worms or larvae
Significant deterioration
Strong abnormal odour
Other serious quality concerns
please contact us with clear photographs and your order details so that we can review the issue.
Our Sampoorna Swadesi Approach
We believe food is more than a packet with a label.
Know the Farmer → Know the Land → Know the Farming → Know Your Food
Our focus is on traditional grains, relationships with farming families and understanding the source of our food.
Our products are not presented as certified organic. Instead, we openly share our sourcing and traditional handling approach.
Home Delivery in Singapore
Place your order before 5:00 PM every Thursday to receive your home delivery on Saturday or Sunday.
