Millets / Siruthaniyam in Tamil are gluten free small grains, nutritionally and superior to other regular grains. Millets are rich in protein, fiber, vitamins and minerals. Siruthaniya vagaigal / Millets Types are the excellent substitute for common hybrid white rice and wheat.
Millet Nutrition
Additionally, millets (also known as sirudhaniyam) are high in iron, calcium, niacin, phosphorus, potassium and vitamins A and B. For a detailed list of millet nutritional values, see the post Millet Nutritional Information.
What types of millets are there in India, especially in South India?
Millets offer a variety of types, such as:
- Finger Millet
- Pearl Millet
- Sorghum / Great Millet
- Kodo Millet
- Foxtail Millet
- Little Millet
- Barnyard Millet
- Proso Millet
Health Benefits of Millets
- Control Blood Sugar
- Protect Your Heart
- Supports healthy digestion
- Lowers Bad Cholesterol level
- Reduce risk of Colon Cancer
- Boosts Immunity
- Prevents Constipation
- Helps control Gastric Ulcer
- Prevents premature aging
- Good Source of Antioxidants
- Reduces Blood Pressure
- Low in GI
- Improve Digestive Health
- Aids in Sleep
- Helps Weight Loss
- Relieves menstrual cramps
- Promotes Bone Health
How and Where to buy Millet?
Nowadays, millets can be found at grocery stores, supermarkets, natural food stores, organic stores, and online retailers. We can purchase millets directly from stores or even online and have them delivered to our doors. Millets are available for purchase in both packed and unpackaged forms in many hypermarkets and supermarkets.
How to Select and Buy Millets?
Millets with husk ie whole grain is not suitable for consumption, as it needs to be dehulled. Nowadays, mostly Dehusked Millets are only available in stores except foxtail as it is used as birds feed.
Dehulled millet is available in polished, semi-polished, and unpolished forms. Depending on the recipe we’re going to make, we can choose any. Since it may be a new dish to many, everyone, even beginners, can generally endure semi-polished and polished millets without experiencing any stomach problems.
Additionally, some stores sell boiled millets that are suitable for making idli recipe as well as other dishes. But make sure the millets are new, free of pests and fresh. Always purchase a limited or required quantity to use it within a month.
How to Store and preserve Millets?
Make sure the millet you purchased is fresh stock first. Then, if possible, dry it for a couple of hours under sunlight before storing it in an airtight container. To reap millets full benefits, try to finish it as soon as feasible within a month.
Millet Names in Other Languages
MILLETS NAME IN TAMIL
| English | Tamil |
|---|---|
| Finger Millet | Kezhvaragu / Keppai / Kevuru |
| Pearl Millet | Kambu |
| Sorghum | Cholam |
| Kodo Millet | Varagu |
| Foxtail Millet | Thinai |
| Little Millet | Samai |
| Barnyard Millet | Kuthiravali |
| Proso Millet | Pani Varagu |
MILLETS NAME IN HINDI
| English | Hindi |
|---|---|
| Finger Millet | Nachani /mundua |
| Pearl Millet | Bajra |
| Sorghum | Jowar |
| Kodo Millet | Koden/Kodra |
| Foxtail Millet | Kangni/Rala |
| Little Millet | Kutki |
| Barnyard Millet | Jhangora |
| Proso Millet | Chena or Barri |
MILLETS NAME IN TELUGU
| English | Telugu |
|---|---|
| Finger Millet | Ragula |
| Pearl Millet | Sajjalu |
| Sorghum | Jonna |
| Kodo Millet | Arikelu |
| Foxtail Millet | Korra |
| Little Millet | Sama |
| Barnyard Millet | Odalu |
| Proso Millet | Variga |
MILLETS NAMES IN MALYALAM
| English | Malayalam |
|---|---|
| Finger Millet | Panji pullu |
| Pearl Millet | Kambam |
| Sorghum | Cholam |
| Kodo Millet | Koovaragu |
| Foxtail Millet | Thina |
| Little Millet | Chama |
| Barnyard Millet | Kavadapullu |
| Proso Millet |
MILLETS NAMES IN KANNADA
| English | Kannada |
|---|---|
| Finger Millet | Ragi |
| Pearl Millet | Sajje |
| Sorghum | Jola |
| Kodo Millet | Harka |
| Foxtail Millet | Navane |
| Little Millet | Saame |
| Barnyard Millet | Oodalu |
| Proso Millet | Baragu |
Finger Millet
Pearl Millet
Sorghum / Great Millet
Kodo Millet
Foxtail Millet
Little Millet
Barnyard Millet
Proso Millet
Nowadays, millets can be found at grocery stores, supermarkets, natural food stores, organic stores, and online retailers. We can purchase millets directly from stores or even online and have them delivered to our doors. Millets are available for purchase in both packed and unpackaged forms in many hypermarkets and supermarkets.
Millets with husk ie whole grain is not suitable for consumption, as it needs to be dehulled. Nowadays, mostly Dehusked Millets are only available in stores except foxtail as it is used as birds feed.
Dehulled millet is available in polished, semi-polished, and unpolished forms. Depending on the recipe we’re going to make, we can choose any. Since it may be a new dish to many, everyone, even beginners, can generally endure semi-polished and polished millets without experiencing any stomach problems.
Additionally, some stores sell boiled millets that are suitable for making idli recipe as well as other dishes. But make sure the millets are new, free of pests and fresh. Always purchase a limited or required quantity to use it within a month.
Make sure the millet you purchased is fresh stock first. Then, if possible, dry it for a couple of hours under sunlight before storing it in an airtight container. To reap millets full benefits, try to finish it as soon as feasible within a month.
