Description
Foxtail Millet
Product Description
Foxtail Millet, scientifically known as Setaria italica, is a millet grain traditionally used in a variety of food preparations. It is commonly known as Thinai in Tamil.
Foxtail Millet has a light yellow to pale golden colour with a mild, slightly nutty grain flavour. It can be cooked as a rice-style grain or incorporated into traditional and everyday recipes.
Product Highlights
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Foxtail Millet grain
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Botanical name: Setaria italica
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Commonly known as Thinai
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Light yellow to pale golden colour
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Mild and slightly nutty flavour
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Suitable for rice-style preparations
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Can be used for pongal and upma
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Suitable for khichdi and porridge
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Can be incorporated into dosa and idli preparations
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Suitable for sweet and savoury recipes
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Vegetarian product
Ingredient
Foxtail Millet (Setaria italica)
The final ingredient declaration should match the information provided on the product packaging.
Suggested Culinary Uses
Foxtail Millet can be incorporated into:
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Millet rice
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Pongal
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Upma
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Khichdi
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Porridge
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Dosa
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Idli
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Adai
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Pulao
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Millet bowls
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Salads
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Kheer
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Payasam
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Selected traditional sweets
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Other sweet and savoury recipes
Cooking Instructions
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Take the required quantity of Foxtail Millet.
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Rinse thoroughly with clean water.
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Soak according to preference or package instructions.
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Drain the soaking water if required.
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Add an appropriate quantity of fresh water.
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Cook until the grains reach the desired texture.
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Serve with vegetables, curries, dal or other suitable accompaniments.
Water quantity, soaking time and cooking time may vary depending on the recipe and cooking method.
Taste & Appearance
Taste: Mild and Slightly Nutty
Aroma: Characteristic Millet Aroma
Colour: Light Yellow to Pale Golden
Texture: Small Millet Grains
Form: Whole Grain
Botanical Name: Setaria italica
Product Type: Millet / Food Grain
Usage: Cooking and Food Preparation
Natural variations in grain size, colour, flavour and cooking characteristics may occur depending on the crop and processing method.
Storage Instructions
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Store in a cool and dry place.
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Keep away from direct sunlight.
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Protect from heat and moisture.
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Keep the package properly closed after opening.
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Transfer to a suitable airtight container if required.
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Always use clean and dry utensils.
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Wash appropriately before cooking.
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Follow the best-before and storage instructions provided on the packaging.
Product Information
Product Name: Foxtail Millet
Common Name: Thinai
Botanical Name: Setaria italica
Primary Ingredient: Foxtail Millet
Form: Whole Grain
Colour: Light Yellow to Pale Golden
Flavour: Mild and Slightly Nutty
Product Type: Millet Grain
Dietary Information: Vegetarian
Usage: Cooking and Food Preparation
Product Keywords
Foxtail Millet, Thinai, Foxtail Millet Grain, Thinai Millet, Setaria Italica, Millet Grain, Foxtail Millet for Cooking, Thinai Rice, Millet for Pongal, Millet for Upma, Millet for Porridge, Millet for Dosa, Millet for Idli
Other Names
Foxtail Millet / Thinai / திணை / कंगनी / काकुन / కొర్రలు / ನವಣೆ