About Little Millet

Little Millet grows well in tropical countries like Malaysia, Myanmar, and India. It is an ancient Indian crop that has been cultivated for centuries and is chosen as a nutritious grain for daily diets.

The primary benefit of organic Little Millet is its gluten-free nature, which makes it a healthy everyday food choice. It is rich in dietary fiber, minerals, and antioxidants, all of which are essential for overall health.

Unpolished Little Millet is greyish white in colour and a mild nutty taste. Sri Saraswathi Organics Little Millet is high in nutritional value, making it a great choice for those seeking a healthier diet.

Little Millet Benefits

• The glycemic index (GI) of Little Millet is around 50–55, which helps balance blood sugar levels and benefits people with diabetes.
• The polyunsaturated and monounsaturated fats in Little Millet are good for managing weight.
• Little Millet is a good source of protein and dietary fibre, which play a vital role in strengthening bones.
• The millet contains minerals such as potassium and magnesium that support the body’s natural functions.
• The rich antioxidants in Little Millet help reduce stress and support a healthy sleep cycle.

Organic Little Millet Recipes

• Rice Substitute Dishes: Use Little Millet in any dish where rice is the primary ingredient.
• Upma: Instead of semolina, Little Millet tastes great when cooked as upma.
• Sweet Dishes: Make kheer or payasam with Little Millet for a healthy sweet delicacy.
• Soups: Add Little Millet to soups for a more filling and nourishing meal.
• Snacks: Lightly roast Little Millet with ghee or butter and add spices to make a healthy snack.

Storage Info

• Open the millet packs immediately after delivery and sun-dry them on a cotton cloth for 1-2 hours.
• Store the millets in an air-tight steel container and repeat the sun-drying process once every 30 days to maintain freshness.
• Store it in a cool and dry place.

Common Regional Names for Little Millet

• Kannada: ಸಾಮೆ/ಸಾವೆ (Saame / Saave)
• Tamil: சமை (Samai)
• Telugu: సామలు / సమ (Samalu / Sama)
• Malayalam: ചാമ (Chama)
• Hindi: कुटकी / सामा / शावन (Kutki / Sama / Shavan)
• Bengali: শ্যামা / শামাই (Shyama / Shamai)
• Punjabi: ਸਵਾਂਕ / ਸਾਵਾ (Swank / Sawa)