Barnyard Millet Whole Grain (Oodalu)1kg

High-Fiber Unpolished Barnyard Millet Whole Grain (Kuthiravali / Oodalu)

This is whole unpolished grain for rice-style meals. For rotis and dosa batter, see Barnyard Millet Powder (Oodalu).

• Ingredients: 100% Whole Unpolished Grain (Small Off-White Oval Grains)
• Packs: 500g, 1kg, 5kg, 25kg, 50kg, 100kg
• Shelf life: 12 months. Keep the pouch sealed, or move it to a dry jar, away from sunlight.
• Cook: Rinse and soak for 15–20 minutes.

6.2 g protein and 10.1 g fibre per 100 g. Naturally gluten-free. No additives.

HealEx Harvest Barnyard Millet Whole Grain (Kuthiravali/Oodalu/Sanwa) has the lowest carbohydrate content and fastest cooking time of all major millets. Its high ratio of soluble fiber and delicate pale grain makes it the most natural visual and textural substitute for white polished rice.

Names

• Malayalam: Kuthiravali (കുതിരവാലി)
• Telugu: Oodalu (ఊదలు)
• Tamil: Kuthiraivali (குதிரைவாலி)
• Kannada: Oodalu (ಊದಲು)
• Hindi: Sanwa / Jhangora (सांवा)
• Botanical name: Echinochloa frumentacea

At a glance

Food facts

• Lowest Carbohydrate & Calorie Profile: Ideal grain for calorie-conscious diets, fitness enthusiasts, and ketogenic-friendly meal planning.
• Dense Dietary Fiber (10.1g / 100g): High soluble and insoluble fiber supports smooth digestive transit and helps prevent constipation.
• Traditional Fasting Grain (Vrat Ke Chawal): Consistently used during traditional fasting for easy digestibility, cleanliness, and steady energy.
• High Bioavailable Iron: One of the richest sources of plant iron among cereals (15.2mg per 100g).

Nutrition (per 100 g)

How to use it

1. Quick Soak: Rinse and soak for 15–20 minutes.
2. Cooking Ratio: 1 cup Barnyard Millet to 2 cups water.
3. Cooking Process: Pressure cook 2 whistles, or boil in an open vessel for 10–12 minutes until water is absorbed and grains are soft.
4. Culinary Uses: Excellent for light khichdi, lemon rice, curd rice, and fast-day porridge.