Your Complete Guide to Samak Rice for Fasting & Daily Health

Q. Is Samak rice safe for fasting (vrat/upwas)?

Yes. Samak rice is a 100% vrat-approved millet widely consumed during Navratri, Ekadashi, and Shiva fasts.

Q. What makes Sattvic Essence Samak rice better than others?

Our Samak rice is unpolished, triple-cleaned, stone-free, and sourced from premium millet belts for superior purity.

Q. Is this Samak rice unpolished or polished?

It is unpolished, helping retain natural fiber, taste, and nutrition.

Q. What is the texture of Sattvic Samak rice after cooking?

Sattvic Samak rice becomes soft, fluffy, and rice-like, making it a perfect substitute for regular rice during fasts.

Q. What is the correct water ratio for cooking Samak rice?

Use 2 cups water for 1 cup Samak rice for perfectly cooked grains.

Q. Is Samak rice gluten-free?

Yes. Sattvic Samak rice is a naturally gluten-free millet, ideal for digestion and people avoiding gluten.

Q. From which region is this Samak rice sourced?

Sattvic Samak comes from top millet-growing regions like Nashik & Chhattisgarh, known for premium quality grains.

Q. Is Sattvic Samak rice is stone-free?

Yes. It is machine-cleaned and hand-sorted to ensure 0% stones or impurities.

Q. Is this Sattvic Samak rice organic or naturally grown?

Our Samak rice is naturally grown, chemical-safe, and processed with minimal handling.

Q. Can I use Sattvic Samak rice for dosa, idli, pulao, or khichdi?

Yes. Sattvic Samak is versatile and perfect for khichdi, pulao, dosa batter, kheer, and light meals.

Q. Is Samak rice suitable for weight loss or diabetic diet?

Yes. Sattvic Samak rice has low glycemic load, is light on digestion, and supports a weight-balanced fasting diet.

Q. Does Samak rice turn mushy while cooking?

No. High-quality Sattvic Samak rice remains separate and fluffy, not sticky.

Q. What is the shelf life of Samak rice?

The average shelf life is 9–12 months when stored in a cool, airtight container.

Q. How does Sattvic Samak rice taste?

It tastes mild, soft, and slightly nutty, making it the closest fasting-friendly alternative to regular rice.

Q. Is Samak rice allowed in fasting (vrat/upwas)?

Yes. Samak rice is a 100% vrat-approved millet traditionally eaten during Navratri, Ekadashi, Janmashtami, and other Hindu fasts.

Q. Is Samak rice light on the stomach during fasting?

Yes. It is easy to digest, non-heavy, and gluten-free, making it perfect for long fasting hours.