Deccan Jeera Samba Rice is a specialty South Indian rice variety with a distinctive cumin-like aroma — popular in Tamil Nadu and Chettinad cooking. Shorter and more fragrant than Sona Masoori, with a flavor profile that stands on its own without needing heavy spicing. 10 lb bag.

Tamil Nadu's Fragrant Rice

• Jeera Samba — cumin-scented rice variety
• 10 lb bag
• Popular in Chettinad and Tamil cooking
• Distinctive aroma without added spice

How to Use

Cook like Sona Masoori — rinse well, 1:2 water ratio, 15-18 minutes. The natural cumin-like fragrance comes through as it cooks. Excellent with rasam and Chettinad curries.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does it actually taste like cumin?
The grain has a subtle cumin-like aroma — not as strong as adding cumin to rice, but noticeable and pleasant.

Can I use it like regular rice?
Yes — works for any South Indian meal. The fragrance adds character to plain rice.

Is this the same as seeraga samba?
Same rice — jeera samba and seeraga samba are different names for the same variety.

Check package for allergen information.