Kodo Millet Whole Grain (Arikelu)500g

High-Fiber Unpolished Kodo Millet Whole Grain (Varaku / Arikelu)

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

• Ingredients: 100% Whole Unpolished Grain (Rich Reddish-Brown Husk Layer)
• Packs: 500g, 1kg, 5kg, 25kg
• Shelf life: 12 months. Keep the pouch sealed, or move it to a dry jar, away from sunlight.
• Cook: Soak unpolished Kodo grains for 30–45 minutes in warm water before cooking to ensure an even, fluffy texture.

8.3 g protein and 9.0 g fibre per 100 g. Naturally gluten-free. No additives.

HealEx Harvest Kodo Millet Whole Grain is renowned as one of the richest sources of dietary fiber (9.0g / 100g) among all millets. Traditionally cherished in South India as Varaku and Arikelu, its potent antioxidant and slow-digesting profile makes it the premier choice for metabolic health and weight wellness.

Names

• Malayalam: Varaku / Koovaragu (വരക്)
• Telugu: Arikelu (అరికెలు)
• Tamil: Varagu (வரகு)
• Kannada: Haraka (ಹಾರಕ)
• Hindi: Kodra (कोदरा)
• Botanical name: Paspalum scrobiculatum

At a glance

Food facts

• Exceptional Dietary Fiber (9.0g / 100g): Provides outstanding prebiotic roughage that supports gut microbiome balance and long-lasting satiety.
• High Polyphenol & Antioxidant Content: Contains phenolic compounds that assist cellular defense against free-radical oxidative stress.
• Traditional Detoxifying Grain: Recognized in traditional folk wellness for naturally purifying and cleansing the digestive tract.

Nutrition (per 100 g)

How to use it

1. Pre-Soaking: Soak unpolished Kodo grains for 30–45 minutes in warm water before cooking to ensure an even, fluffy texture.
2. Water Measurement: Use 1 cup Kodo millet to 2.25 cups water.
3. Pressure Cooking: Cook for 3 whistles on medium flame. Allow pressure to drop completely before opening.
4. Culinary Ideas: Makes fantastic vegetable pulao, tamarind rice (puliyodarai), bisi bele bath, and curd rice.