{"product_id":"leme-premium-ponni-parboiled-rice-5kg","title":"LEME Premium Ponni Parboiled Rice 5kg","description":"\u003cp\u003ePremium Ponni parboiled rice in a generous 5kg pack. Creamy white grains with a soft, fluffy texture when cooked. A wholesome, everyday rice that the whole family will love.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy LEME Ponni Is a Smart Everyday Choice\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🌾 \u003cstrong\u003ePremium Sona Masoori Quality\u003c\/strong\u003e — carefully selected and graded to meet the quality benchmark of Sona Masoori. Medium grain, creamy white, with a clean taste that pairs with everything.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e💧 \u003cstrong\u003eParboiled for Better Nutrition\u003c\/strong\u003e — the parboiling process drives nutrients from the bran into the grain before milling, so Ponni parboiled retains more vitamins and minerals than regular white rice. More thiamine, more niacin, more iron.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e📉 \u003cstrong\u003eLower Glycemic Index\u003c\/strong\u003e — parboiled rice has a lower glycemic index compared to conventional white rice, supporting better blood sugar control and sustained energy. A smarter choice for everyday meals, per research published in \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC12155248\/\"\u003ePMC\/NIH\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e💪 \u003cstrong\u003eRich in Essential Nutrients\u003c\/strong\u003e — a daily bowl gives you niacin for energy metabolism, plus calcium, iron, magnesium and potassium. One cup of cooked Ponni rice also provides a zinc boost.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🌿 \u003cstrong\u003eHigh in Fiber \u0026amp; Gluten-Free\u003c\/strong\u003e — naturally gluten-free and higher in fiber than regular milled white rice, supporting digestion and heart health.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🍚 \u003cstrong\u003eSoft, Fluffy, Non-Sticky\u003c\/strong\u003e — cooks up tender and separate. Perfect for steamed rice, fried rice, lemon rice, curd rice, and all your daily South Indian and Asian dishes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePerfect For...\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e👨👩👧👦 Daily Family Meals:\u003c\/strong\u003e The 5kg pack is designed for regular household use. Soft, fluffy texture that works for everyday steamed rice, fried rice, and everything in between. A reliable, affordable staple that doesn't compromise on nutrition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🥗 Health-Conscious Households:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lower glycemic index, higher fiber, and naturally gluten-free. A heart-healthy choice for those watching their blood sugar without giving up rice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🍛 South Indian \u0026amp; Asian Cooking:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ponni's clean taste and fluffy texture make it ideal for South Indian staples like lemon rice, curd rice, tamarind rice, and sambar rice. Also great for biryani, fried rice, and porridge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e👵 Elders \u0026amp; Children:\u003c\/strong\u003e The soft, easy-to-digest texture is gentle on the stomach. The parboiling process preserves more nutrients than regular white rice, making it a nourishing choice for all ages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout Ponni Rice\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePonni is one of South India's most beloved rice varieties, named after the Tamil word for \"gold.\" Grown primarily in Tamil Nadu and the Cauvery delta region, Ponni is prized for its clean taste, soft texture, and versatility in everyday cooking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eParboiled Ponni (also called \"boiled Ponni\" or \"puzhungal arisi\" in Tamil) undergoes a traditional steaming process before milling. The paddy is partially boiled in the husk, which pushes nutrients from the outer bran layer into the inner grain. The result: a grain that retains more fiber, vitamins, and minerals than regular milled white rice, with a firmer texture and separate grains when cooked.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe LEME Ponni is graded to Premium Sona Masoori quality standards, ensuring consistent grain size, clean milling, and reliable cooking results batch after batch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e👩🍳 Cooking Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor steamed rice:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use 2.5 cups water to 1 cup Ponni rice. Rinse gently before cooking. Simmer for 15–20 minutes until tender. Let rest 5 minutes before fluffing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor fried rice:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cook as above, then spread on a tray to cool completely. Cold Ponni rice fries up beautifully with separate, non-sticky grains.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor porridge (kanji):\u003c\/strong\u003e Use 6–8 cups water to 1 cup Ponni rice. Simmer gently for 40–50 minutes until creamy. Add ginger and a pinch of salt for a comforting, restorative meal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e LEME\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct:\u003c\/strong\u003e Premium Ponni Parboiled Rice\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlso known as:\u003c\/strong\u003e Puzhungal Arisi, Boiled Ponni\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrade:\u003c\/strong\u003e Premium Sona Masoori Quality, Grade A\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrain Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium grain, parboiled\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Creamy white\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTexture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soft, fluffy, separate grains\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clean and mild\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNutrients:\u003c\/strong\u003e Niacin, Iron, Calcium, Magnesium, Potassium, Zinc, Fiber\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGlycemic Index:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lower than regular white rice (parboiled)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGluten-free:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e South India\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAvailable sizes:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5kg\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Steamed rice, fried rice, lemon rice, curd rice, tamarind rice, biryani, porridge, South Indian cuisine, Asian cuisine\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"LeMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44202221437015,"sku":"LEME PONNI 5KG","price":10.5,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/9192\/5079\/files\/LEMEPONNI5KG.png?v=1787817803","url":"https:\/\/riceandshine.com.sg\/products\/leme-premium-ponni-parboiled-rice-5kg","provider":"Rice\u0026Shine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}