Kutki/Shavan - Little Millet Flour

The "Comfort Grain" for Gentle Digestion

Organic Little Millet Flour, commonly known as Kutki or Shavan in Hindi, is a soft, nutrient-dense flour made from one of the smallest millet grains. Historically, it was a staple in ancient Indian diets because it is resilient and grows well in dry regions like Madhya Pradesh, Karnataka, and Odisha.

This flour is unique for its "soft" carbohydrate profile. While it provides energy, it is exceptionally easy to digest, making it a preferred food for children, the elderly, and those recovering from illness. It has a pale creamy-white color and a mild, sweet-nutty flavor that adapts well to both savory rotis and sweet porridges.

Key Features

• Taste Profile: Mild, slightly sweet, and nutty. It does not have the strong earthy taste of Ragi or Bajra, making it very versatile.

• Texture: The flour is fine and smooth but yields a "crumbly" or "tender" texture in baked goods due to the lack of gluten.

• Health Hero: It is famous for being a "hormone balancer." It is rich in antioxidants and is often recommended for managing PCOD and thyroid health.

• Fasting Friendly: Like Barnyard millet, it is often consumed during religious fasts (Upvas) in some regions.

Product Specifications Table

Nutritional Profile (Per 100g)

Little Millet is a powerhouse of Magnesium and B-Vitamins.

Performance Comparison Graph

Below is a comparison of Little Millet (Kutki) against Wheat and White Rice.

Metric: Health Impact & Usability (Scale 1-10)

DIGESTIVE EASE (Gentleness on Stomach)
Little Millet (Kutki): ██████████ (10/10) - Easiest to digest
Wheat Flour:           █████░░░░░ (5/10)  - Heavy (contains gluten)
White Rice:            ███████░░░ (7/10)  - Easy, but low fiber

GLYCEMIC SAFETY (Diabetes Friendly)
Little Millet (Kutki): █████████░ (9/10)  - Low GI (~54)
Wheat Flour:           ██████░░░░ (6/10)  - Medium GI
White Rice:            ██░░░░░░░░ (2/10)  - High GI (Spikes sugar)

FIBER CONTENT (Detox & Satiety)
Little Millet (Kutki): ████████░░ (8/10)  - High Fiber (~8-12%)
Wheat Flour:           ████░░░░░░ (4/10)  - Moderate
White Rice:            █░░░░░░░░░ (1/10)  - Very Low

GLUTEN-FREE
Little Millet (Kutki): ✅ YES

Culinary Uses

1. Samai Dosa/Idli: Mix with Urad dal flour to make light, fluffy dosas that crisp up beautifully.

2. Porridge (Kanji): The most traditional use. It cooks quickly into a smooth porridge, ideal for breakfast or light dinners.

3. Kutki Roti: Can be made into flatbreads, though it requires hot water or a binder to roll easily.

4. Baking: Excellent for cookies and muffins where a "short" (crumbly) texture is desired.

Cooking Tip for Kutki Flour

The "Mix-In" Method: Because Little Millet flour is gluten-free and can be crumbly, it works best when mixed.

• For Rotis: Mix 30% Kutki flour with 70% Whole Wheat flour for a healthier daily roti that still puffs up.

• For Pure Kutki Rotis: Use boiling water to knead the dough and add a pinch of psyllium husk (Isabgol) or mashed potato to help it bind without breaking.

Storage Instructions:
Store in a cool, dry place

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