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GI-Tagged · Eastern U.P.

The Legendary
Buddha Rice.

Name: Sidhartha Kala Namak Rice
Brand: Sidhartha
Price: 410 INR
Availability: InStock

Cultivated only in limited pockets of the fertile Terai belt, Sidhartha Kala Namak Rice carries an aroma no other grain can imitate — a gift, legend says, from Lord Buddha himself.

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<55Glycemic Index

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About the
Kalanamak Rice

A fragrant heritage grain from the land of Buddha.

Sidhartha mascot presenting a bowl of Kala Namak rice

Kalanamak rice, also known as 'Buddha Rice' made it's way into the Indian heartland with Lord Gautam Buddha.

According to ancient tradition, when Lord Buddha returned to his ancestral kingdom, he bestowed fragrant rice grains upon the villagers as a sacred blessing. He foretold that the harvest would carry an exquisite aroma, serving as an eternal reminder of his presence and teachings.

600 BC

Cultivation is traced to the early Buddhist period.

2013

Kalanamak rice received its Geographical Indication tag.

FAO

Recognised in the FAO publication Speciality Rices of the World.

What makes it special

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“What smells so good?”

Ancient Heritage

One of India's oldest heritage rice varieties, cherished for centuries for its remarkable aroma and cultural significance.

Delightfully Soft Texture

Delicate, slender grains that cook fluffy, remain soft and pair beautifully with every cuisine.

Unforgettable Aroma

An aroma that arrives before the meal.

Rare by Nature

Cultivated in limited pockets of Eastern U.P. and celebrated for its distinctive character, Kalanamak Rice remains one of India's most treasured rice varieties.

Nutrition

Goodness in every grain.

Nutritional values per 100 g of uncooked rice, as printed on the current 1 kg pack.

Energy: 352.22 kcal
Protein: 8.95 g
Carbohydrates: 77.44 g
Sugar: 0.10 g
Total fat: 0.74 g
Glycemic index: <55

Back of the 1 kg Sidhartha Kala Namak Rice pouch

Kalanamak Rice compared with general rice

Particular	General rice	Kala Namak rice
Amylose	24%	19–20%
Protein	5–6%	10%
Iron	1 mg	3 mg
Calcium	7.49 mg / 100 g	28 mg / 100 g
Zinc	0.1 mg	0.4 mg
Carbohydrate	88%	87.96%
Glycemic index	85	<55

Source: ICAR-IIRR IICT Hyderabad

Reported GI

49–52

This places Kalanamak rice among the lowest-GI rice varieties available today.

— Understanding glycemic index —

Slower digestion, steadier meals.

The Glycemic Index (GI) measures how quickly a food is digested and converted into glucose, affecting blood sugar levels. With a naturally low GI of 49–52, Kalanamak rice is among the lowest GI rice varieties available today.

Low

55 or less

Medium

56–69

High

70 or more

Note : Glycemic response varies by preparation, portion, and individual. People managing diabetes should follow guidance from a qualified healthcare professional.

— Grain benefits —

More than a memorable aroma.

Kalanamak rice is a natural source of iron, copper, magnesium, and zinc. These micronutrients contribute to normal body functions as part of a varied, balanced diet.

Micronutrient profile

Reported to contain higher iron, calcium, and zinc levels than the general-rice comparison.

Traditional cultivation

Cultivated traditionally without fertilizers, herbicides, or pesticides.

Cooking quality

Lower amylose helps the cooked grain remain soft, while its natural aroma becomes pronounced.

Sidhartha mascot standing in the Terai paddy fields holding a bowl of Kala Namak rice, beside the 1 kg pack and a signboard reading authentic kalanamak rice from the Terai belt of Eastern U.P.

— Straight from the source —

From our paddies
to your kitchen

Every grain is grown in the mineral-rich Terai belt of Eastern Uttar Pradesh — the soil that gives Kala Namak its signature aroma. Tended by families who have farmed these fields for generations, then packed unpolished, with nothing added.