What are Ikai 'Natural' products?

Some tribal and local farmers do not have the resources to get certified, but they follow traditional natural farming methods without pesticides or chemicals. We source from them and label these products as 'NATURAL.' Every batch is tested for purity before reaching you.

How does Ikai source its ingredients?

We partner directly with small farmers across Meghalaya, Bihar, Assam and other regions. Some ingredients are also sourced from traders who align with our work culture. Every ingredient is handpicked, sun-dried or slow-roasted to maintain nutrition.

What makes Ikai different from other organic brands?

We offer three distinct ranges: Everyday Essentials, Regional Speciality, and the Vitality range. These help us bring a variety of organic and natural products to meet every kitchen need.

What is Ikai’s Speciality range?

Ikai curates ancient grains, heirloom ingredients, and forgotten foods from across the country. This hyperlocal range brings indigenous, nutritious products that evoke a sense of home and heritage.

What is Ikai’s Vitality range?

Our Vitality range is crafted using simple, traditional techniques to enhance taste and nutrition. It is designed around the belief that food is medicine and should nourish your everyday life.

Do Ikai products contain preservatives?

No. We avoid all chemicals including preservatives, anti-caking agents, artificial colours, and artificial flavours.

How are Ikai products packaged?

Our products are packaged in small batches using food-grade, food-safe materials. Every step of the process prioritizes freshness and safety.

Why are Ikai products priced higher?

Our pricing reflects fair pay to farmers, small-batch production, and traditional slow-processing methods. We prioritise quality over compromise.

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Natural Assam Black Rice | Purple when Cooked | Regional Specialty-Assam | 500g

Q: Are Ikai products safe for children and elderly?

Yes. Since we use no preservatives, artificial colours, flavours, or harmful chemicals, our ingredients are safe for all age groups.

Q: Are Ikai snacks healthy for weight loss?

Yes. Products like roasted makhana and amaranth puffs are low-fat, high-fibre, and protein-rich, making them ideal for guilt-free snacking and weight management.

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Our Natural Black Rice from Assam is what legends are made of. It is supposed to have originated in China nearly 4000 years ago, and then rumoured to have migrated to Northeast India. In the early days, these delicious black grains were only considered fit for kings. Black rice was called ‘Forbidden Rice’ or ‘Emperor Rice’ because of superior healing powers. In the mediaeval era it was sparsely cultivated and hence expensive to buy. The tribals grow more of it today, but without using any chemical fertilisers or pesticides. So bite into its mildly nutty spell now and forget all your worries!

High Protein

Farmer Source

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Why eat it?
Black Rice is the elite cousin of red rice. It is a naturally grown native food indigenous to Assam, Nagaland, and Manipur. This variety from Assam is low in starch, turns purple when cooked and is rich in antioxidants, minerals and fibre. This rice takes a little longer to cook. But it’s totally worth the extra time because black rice benefits your overall health. It is known to be anti-angiogenic/angiogenesis and anti-carcinogenic. Buy it to eat your way to good health.

Cooking tips:
The best way to cook black rice is by first soaking it for 3-4 hours. This substantially reduces the cooking time. Add the soaked rice to boiling hot water. The cooking time can vary from 45 mins to an hour, so remember to add lots of water, or keep adding boiling water, if the water level is low. When the rice turns purple and yields when pinched with fingers, it is done. Best enjoyed with spicy dishes.

Weight	500gm
Product Speciality	ANTIOXIDANT, MINERAL RICH, HIGH FIBRE

FAQ’s

Yes. Our products follow strict organic sourcing standards and come from farmers who practice organic farming. The processing facility is certified organic.

Some tribal and local farmers don’t have the resources to get their farms certified, but they continue to follow traditional methods, growing food without pesticides or chemicals.The produce we source from them helps connect them to a wider market. These are labeled clearly as “NATURAL.” Every batch is carefully tested for purity before it reaches you.

Absolutely. Since we use no preservatives, artificial colours, flavours or harmful chemicals, our ingredients are safe for all age groups.

We partner directly with small farmers across Meghalaya, Bihar, Assam and other regions. Some of the ingredients are sourced from traders who align with our work culture. Every ingredient is handpicked, sun-dried or slow-roasted to maintain nutrition.

What makes us different is our 3 different ranges - Every day essentials, Regional Speciality and Vitality range. Through these 3 ranges, we bring you a variety of products to cater to your every kitchen need.

Ikai curates ancient grains, heirloom ingredients, and forgotten foods from across the country. We go hyperlocal to bring you indigenous, nutritious products that evoke asense of home and heritage. This range is still growing—tell us which local foods you’d love to see next.

We believe that food is medicine. But it does not have to be a bitter pill. By refining simple traditional techniques, we’ve crafted a range that elevates taste, enhances nutrition, and brings Vitality to your everyday life.

Yes. Our snacks like roasted makhana and amaranth puffs are low-fat, high-fibre, and protein-rich, making them perfect for guilt-free snacking.

None. We avoid all chemicals — preservatives, anti-caking agents, artificial colours, and artificial flavours.

Our packaging is centered around the idea of small batch sizes. We use food grade and food-safe materials for all our processes, including the primary packing material.

Because we work in small quantities. We pay farmers fair prices and use traditional slow-processing methods. Quality, not compromise.

From Select Farms

Sourced from farmers who carefully grow their crops with a zero tolerance approach to harmful chemicals.

Through Hygiene Factories

Traditional techniques are paired with strict hygiene standards to retain nutrients and flavour without compromise.

To Your Kitchen

Packed with care so you can trust what you serve at home and enjoy food that truly nourishes body and mind.

Did you know, pesticides in your daily diet can cause

Weakened reproductive health

Exposure to pesticide residues can lead to hormonal imbalances, reduced fertility, irregular cycles and lower overall vitality.

Weakened immune and nervous system

A compromised immune and nervous system can make the body more prone to infections, chronic fatigue, anxiety and mood changes.

Hormone related ailments

Long term exposure may trigger thyroid issues, PCOS, weight fluctuations and other hormone driven disorders that affect daily life.

Cancer

Some pesticides are linked with higher risk of certain cancers, where abnormal cells grow and spread to other parts of the body.

What Makes Us Unique

Everyday Staples Range

Everyday Essentials offer a balanced mix of nutrition and comfort, supporting your daily routine with thoughtfully chosen, pure ingredients.

Regional Speciality Range

Curated regional products bring authentic flavours and traditional goodness from across India, celebrating local heritage and craftsmanship.

Vitality Range

Vitality focused products are crafted to support strength, balance and energy, helping you feel your best every day in a natural way.

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