{"product_id":"balami-desi-rice-from-niali-odisha","title":"Balami Desi Rice – Heritage Indigenous Rice of Kendrapara","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; line-height: 107%; font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: Calibri; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;\"\u003eBalami is a traditional medium-grain rice variety native to the coastal plains of Odisha, specifically popular in the Kendrapara and Cuttack regions. Valued for its soft texture, fine processing, and mild nutty aroma, it pairs perfectly with classic Odia curries.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2035\" data-start=\"1750\"\u003eBalami Desi Rice is a traditional indigenous rice variety cultivated by farming communities in Kendrapara district of Odisha. Preserved through traditional seed-saving practices, this rice continues to be valued for its authentic taste, soft cooking quality, and cultural significance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2289\" data-start=\"2037\"\u003eFor generations, Balami Rice has been part of everyday Odia households and traditional food culture. Unlike commercial hybrid rice varieties, it retains its original characteristics and represents the rich biodiversity of Odisha's native rice heritage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2420\" data-start=\"2291\"\u003eIts small grains cook into soft, fluffy rice that pairs well with dal, vegetables, fish curry, and other traditional Odia dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Characteristics of Balami Rice\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eGrain Size: Medium-grain.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eTexture: Fluffy and soft.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eFlavor Profile: Mild aroma with a slightly nutty, earthy flavor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; line-height: 107%; font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: Calibri; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;\"\u003ePrimary Use: Daily meals, steamed rice, and traditional side dishes\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; line-height: 107%; font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: Calibri; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere to Find It Locally\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eIf you are located in or around Bhubaneswar, Balami rice is actively sourced and milled in the nearby Kendrapara and Cuttack districts. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-end=\"2442\" data-start=\"2427\" data-section-id=\"1ma7m6t\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2481\" data-start=\"2444\"\u003eTraditional indigenous rice variety\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2481\" data-start=\"2444\"\u003eNative to Kendrapara, Odisha\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2533\" data-start=\"2515\"\u003eSmall grain rice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2557\" data-start=\"2535\"\u003eSoft cooking texture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2557\" data-start=\"2535\"\u003eSuitable for daily meals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2557\" data-start=\"2535\"\u003eNaturally cultivated by local farmers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2671\" data-start=\"2628\"\u003eHeritage grain preserved over generations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2707\" data-start=\"2673\"\u003eSupports traditional agriculture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Subarnarekha FPO","offers":[{"title":"1kg","offer_id":45182222237766,"sku":"SBR_BALAMI_DESI_RICE_1KG","price":120.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0694\/8782\/0870\/files\/BalamiDesiUsunaRice_5604780a-d61f-4dee-a94b-f5ad79b90976.png?v=1781519164","url":"https:\/\/odishadesihaat.com\/gu\/products\/balami-desi-rice-from-niali-odisha","provider":"Odisha Desi Haat","version":"1.0","type":"link"}