Kichili Samba
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Kichili Samba
Kichili Samba
Kichili 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 kichili fruit) with a pleasant aroma.
NUTRITIONAL PROPERTIES
Kichili samba is high in protein, iron, calcium, magnesium and phosphorus.
COOKING / DISHES
The rice of this variety is highly suitable for a South Indian meal.
Nutritional Content | Raw Kitchili samba (per 100 g)* | Modern Varieties (per 100 g)** |
Calcium (mg) | 30.00 | 7.49 |
Iron (mg) | 5.40 | 0.65 |
Potassium (mg) | 112.40 | 108 |
Magnesium (mg) | 31.40 | 19.30 |
Zinc (mg) | 1.60 | 1.21 |
Phosphorus (mg) | 144.7 | 96 |
Protein (g) | 9.02 | 7.94 |