Swetha Proso Millet Idli Rava 2 lb is idli rava crafted from proso millet (chena/panivaragu) — one of the oldest cultivated millets in the world. High in protein and B vitamins, proso millet idlis are a nutritious, flavorful alternative to conventional rice-based idlis. Available at Anora's Cash N Carry in Los Angeles.

Highlights of Swetha Proso Millet Idli Rava

• Made from proso millet — one of the oldest and most nutritious millets
• Naturally gluten-free with high protein and B vitamin content
• Soft, well-textured idlis with a mild, pleasant millet flavor
• Excellent for health-conscious households seeking grain variety

How to Use

Soak proso millet rava with urad dal (3:1 rava to urad) for 4–6 hours. Blend urad dal smooth and mix with drained rava. Ferment for 8–10 hours at room temperature. Steam in well-oiled idli molds for 12–14 minutes. Proso millet idlis are soft and mildly flavored — excellent with spicy chutneys or sambar to complement the neutral grain taste.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is proso millet? Proso millet (Panicum miliaceum) is one of the oldest cultivated grains, known as chena in Hindi and panivaragu in Tamil. It has a mild flavor, cooks quickly and is high in protein and essential amino acids.

How does proso millet compare nutritionally to rice? Proso millet contains more protein, iron and B vitamins than white rice, while being naturally gluten-free with a lower glycemic load.

Can proso millet rava be used for upma? Yes — proso millet rava can be used to make a nutritious upma by cooking with tempered spices, vegetables and water.

Allergen note: Naturally gluten-free millet. May be processed in a facility handling other grains. Check the label for facility allergen information.