Rice, Grains & Flour

Shop rice, atta and Indian flours used in everyday South Asian cooking. From aged basmati rice and whole wheat chapati atta to gram flour (besan), semolina (sooji) and rice flour, explore trusted brands including Tilda, NATCO, FUDCO, Shankar, Eastend, TRS, Laila, Daawat, Kohinoor, Aashirvaad, Sohum, Jabsons and more — with reliable UK-wide delivery from Grocery Wala. Whether you're looking for everyday staples or niche regional varieties, we stock over 500 products to suit every South Asian kitchen.

Collection Overview & Buyer Intent

Rice, grains and flour are the foundation of Indian meals. Whether you cook dal-chawal daily, make fresh rotis, prepare South Indian dishes or bake traditional sweets, this collection brings together essential pantry staples used across Indian and South Asian cuisine — all available online with fast UK delivery.

Best For – Quick Selection Guide

• Best for biryani & pulao: Basmati Rice
• Best for everyday dal-chawal: Sona Masoori Rice
• Best for fresh rotis & chapati: Wheat Flour Atta
• Best for multigrain rotis: Multigrain Atta
• Best for pakoras & kadhi: Gram Flour (Besan)
• Best for halwa & upma: Sooji (Semolina)
• Best for dosa & idli: Rice Flour
• Best for bhel puri & chivda: Puffed Rice (Murmura)
• Best for khichdi & porridge: Crushed Wheat (Daliya)
• Best for fasting & desserts: Sabudana

Shop by Category

Gram Flour, Semolina & Plain Flour

Essential flours for everyday Indian cooking — from frying and batters to sweets and flatbreads.

• Besan (Gram Flour) — for pakoras, kadhi and Indian sweets
• Sooji (Semolina) — for halwa, upma and sheera

Millets Flour & Whole Millets

Nutritious ancient grains and flours for health-conscious cooking and traditional regional recipes.

• Millets Flour
• Whole Millets

Specialty Flour

A curated range of flours for regional, specialty and gluten-free cooking.

• Rice Flour — for dosa, idli and gluten-free baking
• Cornmeal Flour — for makki di roti and regional dishes
• Other Flour — specialty and regional flour varieties

Poha, Daliya & Other Grains

Wholesome grains for light meals, porridge and traditional Indian breakfast dishes.

• Pawa (Poha) — for poha, chivda and light snacks
• Crushed Wheat (Daliya) — for porridge and khichdi
• Whole Grains — for hearty everyday cooking
• Sabudana — for fasting dishes and desserts
• Puffed Rice (Murmura) — for bhel puri and chivda

Rice

Premium rice varieties for everyday meals, biryani, pulao and South Indian cooking.

• Basmati Rice — aged, fragrant and long grain
• Sona Masoori Rice — light and ideal for everyday cooking
• Other Rice Varieties — regional and specialty rice

Wheat & Multigrain Atta

Freshly milled atta for soft rotis, chapati and parathas — from everyday whole wheat to nutritious multigrain blends.

• Wheat Flour Atta — whole wheat for everyday rotis
• Multigrain Atta — blended grains for healthier rotis

Popular Indian Dishes Made with Rice, Grains & Flour

• Dal Chawal — made with Basmati Rice or Sona Masoori, served with Lentils & Dal
• Biryani — made with aged Basmati Rice and Spices & Masala
• Roti & Chapati — prepared with Wheat Flour Atta and cooked with Ghee
• Multigrain Roti — made with Multigrain Atta for a healthier everyday option
• Dosa & Idli — made with Rice Flour and Urad Dal
• Pakora & Kadhi — prepared with Gram Flour (Besan) and Spices
• Halwa & Sheera — made with Sooji (Semolina) and Ghee
• Bhel Puri — made with Puffed Rice (Murmura) and Chutneys
• Makki di Roti — made with Cornmeal Flour and served with Ghee
• Sabudana Khichdi — made with Sabudana and Spices
• Poha — made with Pawa (Poha) and Spices & Masala
• Daliya Khichdi — made with Crushed Wheat (Daliya) and Lentils

Rice vs Atta vs Flour – What Should You Buy?

Daily Indian Thali Ecosystem

Rice, grains and flour sit at the heart of every Indian meal. Pair them with:

• Lentils, Pulses & Beans
• Oil & Ghee
• Spices & Masala
• Pickles & Chutneys

How to Choose the Right Rice, Grain or Flour

• Aged basmati is ideal for biryani and pulao — choose extra-long grain for best results
• Whole wheat atta is best for everyday rotis — choose fine-milled for softer chapati
• Besan (gram flour) is versatile for frying, batters and Indian sweets
• Rice flour is essential for South Indian cooking and gluten-free recipes
• Sooji (semolina) is used in both savoury and sweet preparations
• Millets flour is a nutritious alternative for health-conscious cooking
• Daliya and poha are ideal for light, quick-cook breakfast dishes

Why Buy from Grocery Wala

• Trusted Indian grocery brands: Tilda, NATCO, FUDCO, Shankar, TRS, Daawat, Kohinoor, Aashirvaad, Sohum, Jabsons and more
• Fresh stock with authentic products sourced for UK Indian and South Asian shoppers
• Competitive prices on bulk and everyday pack sizes
• Reliable UK-wide delivery — order online and get it delivered to your door

Frequently Asked Questions

Which rice is best for biryani?

Aged basmati rice is the preferred choice for biryani due to its long grain, fragrance and ability to stay separate when cooked. Brands like Tilda, Daawat and Kohinoor are popular choices.

What is the difference between atta and maida?

Atta is whole wheat flour used for rotis and chapati. Maida is refined white flour used for naan, paratha and baked goods.

Which flour is used for pakoras?

Gram flour (besan) is used for pakora batter, kadhi and many Indian sweets such as besan ladoo and mysore pak. NATCO and FUDCO are popular besan brands available at Grocery Wala.

What is the difference between sooji and rava?

Sooji and rava are regional names for the same ingredient — semolina. Both are used for halwa, upma and sheera.

What is sabudana used for?

Sabudana (tapioca pearls) is commonly used in fasting dishes such as sabudana khichdi and sabudana vada, as well as in desserts like kheer.

Do you deliver rice and flour across the UK?

Yes, Grocery Wala delivers rice, atta and Indian flour across the UK with reliable shipping. Order online for fast UK delivery.