Araikkal Kambu Kurunai – Broken Pearl Millet

Product Description

Araikkal Kambu Kurunai is broken pearl millet, traditionally used in a variety of South Indian dishes. Kambu is the Tamil name for Pearl Millet.

The grains are broken into smaller pieces, making them suitable for porridge-style preparations, cooked millet dishes and other traditional recipes. It has a characteristic mild, earthy flavour.

Botanical Name: Cenchrus americanus
Synonym: Pennisetum glaucum

Product Highlights

• Made from Pearl Millet

• Broken grain format

• Traditional ingredient used in South Indian cooking

• Mild and earthy flavour

• Suitable for porridge-style preparations

• Can be served with sambar and vegetable curries

• Suitable for a variety of savoury recipes

• Can be prepared using a stovetop or pressure cooker

Ingredient

Broken Pearl Millet (Kambu Kurunai)

Botanical Name: Cenchrus americanus
Synonym: Pennisetum glaucum

The final ingredient declaration should exactly match the actual product packaging.

Cooking Instructions

Before Cooking

Rinse the required quantity of Kambu Kurunai thoroughly with clean water before cooking.

Stovetop Method

1. Take 1 cup of Kambu Kurunai.

2. Rinse thoroughly with clean water.

3. Add approximately 2 cups of water.

4. Bring the water to a boil.

5. Reduce the heat and cover the pot.

6. Cook for approximately 15–20 minutes, or until the desired texture is achieved.

7. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.

8. Add salt according to taste, if desired.

9. Serve according to preference.

The amount of water and cooking time can be adjusted depending on the desired consistency.

Pressure Cooker Method

1. Add 1 cup of Kambu Kurunai and approximately 2 cups of water to a pressure cooker.

2. Close the lid securely.

3. Cook for approximately 2–3 whistles on medium heat, or according to your pressure cooker's instructions.

4. Allow the pressure to release safely.

5. Open the lid and stir before serving.

Cooking time may vary depending on the grain size, processing method and cooking equipment.

Suggested Culinary Uses

Kambu Kurunai can be used for:

• Porridge-style preparations

• Cooked millet dishes

• Savoury breakfast preparations

• Traditional South Indian recipes

• Millet bowls

• Vegetable preparations

It can be served with:

• Sambar

• Vegetable curry

• Buttermilk

• Chutney

• Pickles

• Other suitable accompaniments

Taste & Appearance

Taste: Mild and Earthy
Form: Broken Grain
Ingredient: Pearl Millet
Product Type: Millet / Food Grain
Usage: Cooking and Food Preparation

Natural variations in grain size, colour, flavour and cooking texture may occur between batches.

Storage Instructions

• Store in a cool and dry place.

• Keep away from direct sunlight.

• Protect from heat and moisture.

• Keep the package properly closed after opening.

• Transfer to a clean, dry and airtight container if required.

• Always use clean and dry utensils.

• Follow the best-before information printed on the packaging.

Product Information

Product Name: Araikkal Kambu Kurunai
English Name: Broken Pearl Millet
Tamil Name: கம்பு குருணை
Ingredient: Pearl Millet
Botanical Name: Cenchrus americanus
Form: Broken Grain
Product Type: Millet
Usage: Cooking and Food Preparation

Product Keywords

Araikkal Kambu Kurunai, Kambu Kurunai, Broken Pearl Millet, Pearl Millet, Kambu, Bajra, Sajje, Pearl Millet Broken Grain, Kambu Broken Grain, Millet for Cooking, South Indian Millet, Kambu for Cooking

Other Names

Broken Pearl Millet / Kambu Kurunai / கம்பு குருணை / बाजरा दलिया / సజ్జ రవ్వ / ಸಜ್ಜೆ ನುಚ್ಚು / കമ്പ് നുറുക്ക്