{"product_id":"little-millet-500g","title":"Little Millet 500g","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDhatu Organic Little Millet 500g — Iron-Rich, Alkaline Ancient Grain for Digestive Health\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLittle Millet (Panicum sumatrense) is one of India's most nutritionally extraordinary ancient grains — a tiny grain with an iron content that rivals meat, an alkaline-forming character that benefits digestive health, and a light, easily digestible texture that makes it ideal for daily eating. Known as Samai in Tamil, Kutki in Hindi, Same in Kannada and Sama in Telugu, Little Millet has been cultivated for over 4,000 years across the Indian subcontinent and is a cornerstone of traditional fasting diets across multiple religious traditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDhatu's Organic Little Millet is certified organic, unprocessed, and sourced from traditional farming communities who have preserved this ancient variety through generations. The 500g pack is ideal for those exploring Little Millet for the first time or incorporating it as part of a varied grain rotation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Nutritional Highlights\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSingle ingredient: \u003cstrong\u003eOrganic Little Millet (Panicum sumatrense)\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e9.3mg iron per 100g\u003c\/strong\u003e — extraordinary for a plant food; supports prevention and treatment of iron-deficiency anaemia\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAlkaline-forming\u003c\/strong\u003e — reduces acidity in the body; beneficial for digestive issues, inflammation and immune function\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHigh dietary fibre (7.6g\/100g) — feeds beneficial gut bacteria, promotes satiety\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLow glycaemic index — ideal for blood sugar management\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eGood zinc (2.4mg\/100g) — for immunity, skin and wound healing\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLight and easily digestible — suitable for all age groups including children and elderly\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNaturally gluten-free — 100% safe for coeliac disease\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCertified organic — NPOP certified\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIdeal for Fasting \u0026amp; Cleansing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLittle Millet (Sama rice) is the primary grain consumed during Navratri and other Hindu fasting periods — its light digestibility, alkaline nature and complete nutrition make it perfect for days when the digestive system needs rest while the body still requires sustenance. Eaten as sama khichdi, sama kheer or sama upma, it provides genuine nourishment without taxing the system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Cook\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAs rice substitute:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rinse 2–3 times. Use 1:2 millet:water ratio. Cook 15–18 minutes on low heat, covered. The tiny grains produce a light, fluffy result. Excellent with sambar, dal, curries and vegetables.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSama khichdi:\u003c\/strong\u003e Little Millet with moong dal, cumin, ghee and turmeric — deeply nourishing, easy to digest and complete in protein.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSama kheer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Simmer Little Millet in milk with jaggery, cardamom and saffron for a traditionally auspicious dessert.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMorning porridge:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 cup millet + 2.5 cups water or milk, simmer 15 minutes with salt or jaggery and ghee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout Dhatu Organics\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDhatu Organics sources certified organic millets from traditional farming communities across India. Every batch is cleaned, graded and packed without any chemical treatment, polishing agents or additives. Single-ingredient, minimally processed, exactly as nature intended.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dhatu Organics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46678287483038,"sku":null,"price":160.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0766\/5421\/5326\/files\/19.jpg?v=1776670713","url":"https:\/\/www.dhatuorganics.com\/products\/little-millet-500g","provider":"Dhatu Organics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}