🌾 Tazawan RNR Low G.I. Rice

Telangana Sona (RNR 15048) – Low Glycemic Index Rice

A Fine-Grain Rice Traditionally Valued for Everyday Healthy Meals

Tazawan RNR Low G.I. Rice, popularly known as Telangana Sona (RNR 15048), is a fine-grain rice variety developed by Professor Jayashankar Telangana State Agricultural University (PJTSAU). It is known for its slender grain, soft cooking quality and, importantly, its low glycemic index.

Research published by the Rice Research Centre, PJTSAU, reported a GI of 51.0 for RNR 15048, classifying it as a low-GI rice variety.

Tazawan brings this variety from our partnered farmer Mrs. Padmavathi, grown at Kothavalasa, Andhra Pradesh, giving you traceability from the farm to your kitchen.

The rice cooks soft and fluffy and is suitable for everyday meals such as dal, sambar, rasam, vegetable curries and curd rice.

👩🌾 From Our Partnered Farmer

Farmer: Mrs. Padmavathi
Village: Kothavalasa, Andhra Pradesh
Crop Season: June 2025 – October 2025

At Tazawan, we believe knowing who grew your food and where it came from is just as important as knowing what is in it.

🌾 What Makes RNR 15048 Special?

RNR 15048, popularly called Telangana Sona, was developed through rice breeding research and is recognized for its super-fine grain quality and low glycemic index. The published variety description reports a short crop duration, fine slender grains, good head-rice recovery and a GI of 51.0.

Key Features

✅ Low Glycemic Index Rice

✅ Reported GI: 51.0

✅ Fine & Slender Grain

✅ Soft & Fluffy When Cooked

✅ Good Everyday Cooking Quality

✅ Naturally Contains Carbohydrates, Protein and Minerals

✅ Farm Traceable

🩺 Why Choose Low-GI Rice?

The glycemic index (GI) indicates how quickly a carbohydrate-containing food raises blood glucose compared with a reference food.

Foods with a GI of 55 or below are generally classified as low-GI. The published study on RNR 15048 reported a GI of 51.0, placing this variety in the low-GI category.

A lower-GI rice can be a useful choice for people who are mindful of their blood-sugar response, particularly when eaten in appropriate portions as part of a balanced meal.

Important: Low-GI does not mean sugar-free or carbohydrate-free. Rice still contains carbohydrates, and portion size, cooking method and the foods eaten along with rice can influence the overall blood-glucose response.

🌿 Traditional Beliefs

RNR rice is also valued in traditional food practices as a wholesome everyday rice.

Traditional knowledge shared by farming and natural-food communities commonly associates this rice with:

• 🌾 A nourishing choice for everyday meals
• ❤️ Suitable for families looking for a lighter rice option
  

These statements represent traditional beliefs and food practices, not established medical claims. Pregnancy, diabetes and other medical conditions require individualized dietary advice from a qualified healthcare professional.

🍚 How to Cook

For best results, soak RNR Low G.I. Rice for 30–45 minutes before cooking.

Water Ratio

Open Cooking:
1 cup rice + 2 cups water

Rice Cooker:
1 cup rice + 1.5 cups water

For your first few preparations, try a small quantity and adjust the water according to the softness and texture your family prefers. You will usually get a clear understanding of the ideal ratio after 2–3 cooking attempts.

👩🍳 Tazawan Cooking Tips

1️⃣ Soak Before Cooking

Soaking for 30–45 minutes helps the grains absorb water more evenly and can improve cooking consistency.

2️⃣ Cook on Low Flame

After boiling, cook gently on a low flame. Slow cooking helps retain the natural texture and taste of the rice.

3️⃣ Avoid Discarding Soaking Water

Whenever practical, use the soaking water for cooking rather than discarding it.

4️⃣ Wash Gently

Do not wash the rice vigorously or repeatedly. One gentle wash is generally sufficient, particularly when using less-polished rice, because excessive washing can remove some surface bran and water-soluble nutrients.

5️⃣ Find Your Perfect Water Ratio

Every vessel, cooker and household preference is different. Start with the recommended ratio and make small adjustments after your first few cooking attempts.

📋 Product Information

🌱 Tazawan Transparency Promise

We don't want rice to be just another packet on a supermarket shelf.

We want you to know the variety, the farmer, the place it was grown and the season in which it was cultivated.

Your RNR Low G.I. Rice comes from our partnered farmer Mrs. Padmavathi of Kothavalasa, Andhra Pradesh, from the June–October 2025 crop season.

From Trusted Farmers to Your Plate.