At Indian Essence, we believe that every grain tells a story, and our Broken Rice Collection is a perfect example of how tradition, taste, and sustainability come together. Carefully sorted into Big, Medium, and Small varieties, our broken rice retains the same rich nutrition, aroma, and flavor of whole grains—offering wholesome meals at exceptional value.

Indian Essence Broken rice is typically classified into three categories: Big Broken, Medium Broken, and Small Broken. These categories differ in grain size and cooking properties, but together they serve countless households, food industries, and cultural traditions. From hearty porridges and traditional snacks to brewery and animal feed, broken rice is a hidden hero in the rice economy.

Indian Essence Broken rice has the same nutrient profile as whole rice, since it is only a matter of grain size, not quality.

• Carbohydrates (70–75%) – Quick energy for daily activities.

• Protein (6–8%) – Aiding growth and repair.

• Fiber – Supporting digestion.

• Vitamins – B-complex vitamins (B1, B3, B6) and Vitamin E.

• Minerals – Magnesium, iron, phosphorus, zinc.

• Gluten-Free – Suitable for gluten-free diets.

1. Big Broken Rice

• Grain Size: Roughly half or one-third of a full rice grain.

• Cooking: Soft, fluffy, and closer to the texture of whole rice.

• Uses: Ideal for steamed rice, khichdi, pulao, fried rice, and biryani substitutes.

• Benefits: Affordable replacement for full rice, while retaining visual appeal in dishes.

• Grain Size: Smaller than big broken, yet larger than fine broken.

• Cooking: Soft and sticky, absorbs flavors beautifully.

• Uses: Popular in porridges, daily meals, baby food, and sweets.

• Benefits: Cooks faster, energy-efficient, highly digestible.

• Grain Size: Tiny fragments, almost like coarse semolina.

• Cooking: Turns mushy quickly, making it perfect for soft-textured dishes.

• Uses: Congee, baby porridges, rice flour, industrial food products, and snacks.

• Benefits: Extremely cost-effective and versatile in both household and commercial kitchens.

1. Affordable Nutrition – Provides all the goodness of rice at a lower price.
2. Quick Cooking & Easy Digestion – Especially useful for babies, the elderly, and patients recovering from illness.
3. Weight Management – Keeps the stomach full without being heavy, when consumed in moderate quantities.
4. Sustainable Choice – Reduces food waste by utilizing every part of harvested rice.
5. Energy Booster – Rich in carbs, making it a quick energy source.

Indian Essence Broken rice is incredibly adaptable, and its uses vary by grain size:

• Big Broken – Used like regular rice in curries, dal-chawal, pulao, and biryanis.

• Medium Broken – Ideal for comfort foods like khichdi, pongal, payasam, and rice puddings.

• Small Broken – Best suited for porridge, congee, idli/dosa batter, rice flour, and snack preparation.

Popular Dishes Worldwide:

• India – Poha (flattened rice from broken grains), idli, dosa, upma, khichdi.

• Vietnam – Com Tam, a famous street food made with broken rice, grilled pork, and vegetables.

• Africa – Broken rice stews and porridges, used widely as an affordable staple.

Middle East – Ground into flour for sweets, bread, and traditional cakes.

Beyond household cooking, broken rice is widely used in industries:

1. Food Processing – Rice flour, baby food, breakfast cereals, energy bars.
2. Beverage Industry – Breweries use broken rice as a starch source in beer and alcohol production.
3. Animal & Poultry Feed – Provides cost-effective nutrition in cattle, poultry, and aquaculture.
4. Rice Bran Oil – Extracted from milling by-products, widely used in cooking and cosmetics.

Indian Essence Broken rice carries deep cultural roots.

• In South India, it is used in pongal and temple offerings.

• In Vietnam, broken rice dishes are a symbol of street food heritage.

• In Africa, it is seen as a staple for daily nutrition, highlighting simplicity and sustainability.

• In traditional Ayurveda, broken rice is recommended for light, soothing meals for digestion.

It symbolizes resourcefulness, humility, and nourishment—showing how nothing in agriculture should go to waste.

• Pure & Hygienic – Cleaned, sorted, and packed with care.

• Nutritious & Wholesome – Retains all the goodness of rice.

• Affordable & Sustainable – Ensuring every grain is valued.

At Indian Essence, we celebrate rice in all its forms. Our Broken Rice range is more than just fragments—it is a symbol of nourishment, resourcefulness, and Indian culinary tradition.

Bring home Indian Essence Broken Rice and enjoy the taste of purity in every grain—whether big, medium, or small.

Indian Essence Broken rice is a crucial player in the global rice economy.

• Export Demand: Majorly exported to Africa, Asia, and the Middle East for both food and feed.

• Affordability: Provides access to nutrition in low-income regions.

• Sustainability: Aids in reducing food waste by utilizing broken grains instead of discarding them.

• Food Security: Plays a vital role in feeding millions in developing nations

• Same nutrition, better price – No compromise on health.

• Quick cooking – Saves time and fuel.

• Multi-purpose – From luxury dishes to industrial uses.

• Cultural connection – Deeply rooted in traditions worldwide.

• Sustainability – Ensures full utilization of rice harvests.

Indian Essence Broken Rice—whether big, medium, or small—is proof that every grain matters. With identical nutritional value to whole rice, it is an affordable, versatile, and sustainable solution to global food needs. Its ability to adapt across cuisines, cultures, and industries makes it one of the most valuable forms of rice in the world.

From family kitchens to street food stalls, from breweries to animal farms, from Asia to Africa, broken rice continues to feed millions every single day. It is more than just fragments—it is a symbol of nourishment, resilience, and sustainability.

Indeed, Indian Essence Broken Rice is not just broken—it is whole goodness in smaller pieces, bringing health, flavor, and affordability to every table.