Ajara Ghansal Rice Wiki

OOO Farms Ajara Ghansal Rice (Unpolished)

Other Names

  • Variety Name: Ajara Ghansal Rice
  • Regional Name: आजरा घनसाल (Hindi & Marathi)
  • Scientific Name: Oryza sativa

Millet Details

  • Origin: Ajara Taluka, Maharashtra, India
  • Available Rice Colors: Unpolished: Brown, Semi Polished: Creamy White
  • States in which it grows: Maharashtra
  • Community that grows it: Traditionally grown by farming families in the Ajara Taluka region for over 100 years
  • Traditionally used for: Daily use rice, baby food, traditional wedding feasts, and dishes such as varan bhaat, modak, and rice pudding
  • Medicinal Properties: Diabetic-friendly (low glycemic index), promotes gut health, easily digestible, ideal as the first food for babies, and good for lactating mothers
  • Nutritional Profile: High in fiber, low glycemic index, rich in vitamins, and contains essential minerals that aid digestion and tissue nourishment
  • Timeline: Cultivated for generations in Ajara Taluka, supported historically by local royalty like Shrimant Narayanrao Ghorpade, Chief of Ichalkaranji

Morphological / Genetic Characteristics

Morphological Characteristics:

  • Size: Short
  • Shape: Bold and elegantly thin grains
  • Aroma: Highly aromatic, known for its distinct fragrance
  • Polished State: Available in unpolished and semi-polished varieties
  • Colour: Unpolished: Brown & Semi-Polished: Creamy White

Enviromental Conservation

  • Status: The rice has been cultivated for centuries but needs continued support to preserve its traditional cultivation methods and sustainable farming practices
  • As a community, can we save it? Yes, by promoting its heritage and health benefits, and encouraging sustainable farming and consumption
  • What can people do for it? Support local farmers in Ajara Taluka, choose Ajara Ghansal Rice over commercial varieties, and spread awareness about its unique flavor, nutritional benefits, and traditional significance

Recipes / Usage

Recommended Dishes (Unpolished):

  • Varan Bhaat / Dal-Chawal
  • Doodh Bhaat
  • Ghee Rice
  • Masala Bhaat
  • Modaks (Sweet Dumplings)
  • Rice Pudding
  • Shirvale / Ras Shevalya / Idiappam (Fresh Rice Noodles)

Recommended Dishes (Semi-Polished):

  • Pulao
  • Fish-Meat & Hot Curry Rice
  • Khichadi
  • Papad
  • Sambar Rice

Usage: Cooking Instructions

  • Unpolished: Soak for 3-4 hours, then drain; Boil 3 cups of water for 1 cup of raw rice; Cook for 20 minutes if soaked, 40 minutes if unsoaked; Use an open vessel to preserve aroma
  • Semi-Polished: Soak for 20 minutes, then drain; Boil 3 cups of water for 1 cup of raw rice; Cook for 20 minutes if soaked, 30 minutes if unsoaked; Use an open vessel to preserve aroma
  • Additional Notes: Avoid excessive washing to maintain nutrients; The soaked water can be used as a natural hair rinse

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