Kodo Millet Flour Description (Gaanagam):

At Gaanagam, we bring you premium-quality Kodo Millet Flour, made from finely ground kodo millet (Paspalum scrobiculatum), a gluten-free, nutrient-rich grain that has been a part of traditional Indian diets for centuries. Known as Varagu in Tamil, this flour is packed with fiber, protein, and essential nutrients like iron, calcium, and phosphorus, making it a wholesome choice for your everyday cooking. With Gaanagam’s Kodo Millet Flour, you can create delicious and healthy alternatives to wheat-based dishes, enhancing your diet with the goodness of this ancient grain.

Cooking with Kodo Millet Flour:

1. Kodo Millet Flour Roti:
   • Ingredients: 1 cup kodo millet flour, warm water, salt, and a little oil.
   • Method: Mix flour, salt, and warm water to form a soft dough. Divide into small balls, roll out, and cook on a hot tawa until golden brown on both sides. Serve with curries or chutney.
2. Kodo Millet Dosa:
   • Ingredients: 1 cup kodo millet flour, ½ cup rice flour, water, salt, and cumin seeds (optional).
   • Method: Combine the flours with water to form a smooth batter. Add salt and cumin seeds. Spread a thin layer of the batter on a hot tawa, and cook until crispy and golden brown. Serve with coconut chutney or sambar.
3. Kodo Millet Pancakes:
   • Ingredients: 1 cup kodo millet flour, ½ cup oat flour, 1 egg, ½ cup milk, honey, and baking powder.
   • Method: Mix dry ingredients together, then fold in the wet ingredients to create a smooth batter. Cook on a lightly greased skillet until bubbles form, then flip. Serve with honey or fresh fruits.
4. Kodo Millet Flour Bread:
   • Ingredients: 1½ cups kodo millet flour, ½ cup almond flour, 2 eggs, ½ cup yogurt, 1 tsp baking powder, and salt.
   • Method: Mix the dry ingredients, then add in eggs and yogurt to form a batter. Pour into a greased baking dish and bake at 180°C for 25-30 minutes. Let cool before slicing.