Description
Little Millet – Description
Little Millet, known as Samai (சாமை) in Tamil, is a small-grained, gluten-free ancient millet. It is rich in fiber, iron, B vitamins, and antioxidants, making it a wholesome substitute for rice or wheat and a great choice for a balanced diet.
It is commonly used in dishes like pongal, upma, khichdi, porridge, dosa, and idli.
✅ Little Millet – Care Tips
1. Storage:
Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place away from sunlight and moisture.
In humid climates, it's best to store in the refrigerator or an airtight zip-lock pouch inside a container.
2. Pest Control:
Add dried neem leaves, bay leaves, or cloves to the container to keep insects away.
Avoid storing near the stove or wet areas.
3. Shelf Life:
At room temperature: 4–6 months
In the refrigerator: 6–10 months
4. Handling:
Use dry hands or a dry scoop to avoid introducing moisture.
Before cooking, rinse thoroughly and soak for 30 minutes to reduce cooking time.
5. Buying Tip:
Buy millets from trusted sources that offer cleaned and unpolished grains.
Avoid grains with discoloration, foul smell, or powdery residue (signs of spoilage or pest damage).
Organic Samai / தைமான் ஆர்கானிக் சாமை / థైమాన్ ఆర్గానిక్ సామ / थाईमान ऑर्गेनिक सामा / ಥೈಮಾನ್ನ್ ಆರ್ಗ್ಯಾನಿಕ್ ಸಾಮ / തൈമാൻ ഓർഗാനിക് ചാമ