Karuppukavuni is a traditional variety of black rice from Tamil Nadu that is long, bold and slightly glutinous when cooked. 

It is par boiled unpolished rice with 100% black bran. 

The rice is popularly called Kavuni Arisi.The parboiled Karuppu Kavuni rice has lower GI ( gycemic index) than its raw counterpart.

It can be used as table rice although not ideal for daily consumption. It is suitable for people with diabeties or prediabetic conditions as it is low in GI and helps control sugar. A small quantity is enough to satiate you. 

A rice plate or Buddha bowl of Karuppukavuni Rice served with blitzed tomatoes, cooked kabuli channa and sauteed vegetables is great for those who like a healthy diet. 

Karuppu Kavuni parboiled rice also colloquially called as kaikuthal or hand pounded rice. It is excellent to make idlis, dosas.