Proso Millet (Baragu / Panivaragu / Chena)
₹ 160.00
Dhatu Organics Proso Millet is whole, unpolished proso millet (Panicum miliaceum), known as baragu in Kannada, panivaragu in Tamil, varigalu in Telugu and chena or cheena in Hin... Read more ↓
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Dhatu Organics Proso Millet is whole, unpolished proso millet (Panicum miliaceum), known as baragu in Kannada, panivaragu in Tamil, varigalu in Telugu and chena or cheena in Hindi. It has a mild taste and cooks up light and fluffy in 15–20 minutes, so it is an easy swap for rice in upma, pongal, khichdi and pulao.
What is proso millet?
Proso millet is one of the oldest cultivated grains in the world, grown in India for thousands of years. It is a small, round, cream-coloured millet with a mild, slightly sweet flavour. Its names across India:
- Kannada: baragu · Tamil: panivaragu · Telugu: varigalu · Hindi: chena, cheena
See every millet name side by side on our millet names chart.
Why cook with proso millet?
- Whole grain: unpolished, so it keeps its fibre.
- Protein: about 11g per 100g.
- Naturally gluten-free.
- Quick and mild: one of the easiest millets for families new to millets.
How to cook proso millet
- As rice: rinse 2–3 times. Cook 1 cup with 2½ cups water, covered, for 15–18 minutes (or 2 whistles). Rest for 5 minutes and fluff.
- Baragu upma: dry-roast lightly, then cook like rava upma with mustard seeds, curry leaves and vegetables.
- Pongal and khichdi: cook with moong dal, pepper, cumin and ghee.
- Sweet dishes: make payasam or kheer with milk, jaggery and cardamom.
Which pack should I buy?
Choose 500g to try it, and 1kg if you cook millets every week.
Frequently asked questions
Is baragu the same as proso millet?
Yes. Baragu is the Kannada name and panivaragu the Tamil name for proso millet.
Is proso millet gluten-free?
Yes, proso millet is naturally gluten-free.
Do I need to soak proso millet?
It is optional. Proso cooks quickly without soaking; a 30-minute soak gives a softer texture.
How should I store it?
Keep airtight in a cool, dry place.
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