Black Urad (Ulundhu Kanji) Health Mix, Nutritious & filling drink

Karuppu ulundhu kanji is one of South India's most trusted traditional health drinks, made from whole black urad dal and handed down through generations as a nourishing porridge for growing children, recovering adults, and everyday wellness. Part of our range of Pure Organic foods, our black urad health mix is pre-blended and ready to cook, bringing this time-honoured kanji to your morning routine without the prep work.

Black urad dal is one of the richest plant-based sources of protein and is naturally high in iron, calcium, magnesium, and B vitamins. It is particularly valued in traditional South Indian households for supporting natural weight gain in babies and young children, building muscle strength, and aiding postpartum recovery in mothers.

To see why this porridge has stayed a household staple, this guide to ulundhu kanji benefits walks through the reasons in detail.

Why This Kanji Mix

• High protein content from black urad dal for muscle health and natural weight support
• Rich in iron and calcium for bone strength and healthy blood levels
• Good source of dietary fibre for digestion and gut health
• Easy to digest and gentle on sensitive stomachs, suitable for babies, children, and the elderly
• No added sugar, no preservatives, no artificial colour

How to Prepare

Mix 2 to 3 tablespoons of karuppu ulundhu kanji with 1.5 cups of warm water or milk. Cook on a low flame, stirring until it thickens into a smooth porridge. Sweeten with jaggery to taste and serve warm. A small amount of cold-pressed gingelly oil stirred in adds authentic flavour and nutritional value.

For more wholesome kanji options, browse our instant congee mix range, which makes it easy to rotate flavours through the week.

If you are looking for a daily multi-grain drink as well, our health drinks collection covers a broader range of ingredients.

No preservatives. No artificial colour. No added sugar.