This is a Gluten Free Whole Grain.
Foxtail millet is a Native Variety of millet also named as Sabut Kakum / Kang / Tenai.
Millets can be used to prepare a variety of Indian dishes like Khichadi, Pulav, Upma etc. Foxtail Millet is traditionally used as a replacement for Rice. Wash the Foxtail Millet thoroughly a few times and leave to soak in water for 4-8 hours. Further they could be sprouted or used directly to make Idli / Dosa Batter etc. The pre-soaked / sprouted Foxtail millet can be dried and then milled to make flour. This millet flour can be added to regular atta to make Chapatis, Puris, Breads and Cookies.
Washing, Soaking, Sprouting of millets help in removing the anti-nutrients they contain and make them easy to digest.
Store in a cool, dry place.
Foxtail Millet
