Foxtail Millet – High-Protein Siridhanya Millet (Navane)

Description

Among the millets, foxtail is the protein champion — small, light-yellow grains with a gentle nutty flavour and an impressive nutritional punch. Known as navane in Karnataka, it is one of the celebrated siridhanya millets that have nourished the dry-belt kitchens of the South for centuries. Grown chemical-free, it’s an ancient grain made for modern, mindful eating.

In your kitchen

A natural rice substitute, and lovely in upma, khichdi and a simple millet pongal.

How to cook it

• Soak 15–20 minutes and rinse.
• Cook 1 cup millet to 2.5 cups water — it cooks faster than rice.
• Swap it 1:1 wherever you use rice: millet pongal, upma, khichdi, curd ‘rice’.

Why you’ll love it

• Chemical-Free – Grown and processed without synthetic pesticides or chemicals
• Gluten-Free – Naturally gluten-free, suitable for gluten-sensitive diets
• High in Protein – A good plant-based protein source for everyday strength
• High in Fibre – Dietary fibre that supports healthy digestion and keeps you fuller
• Low GI – A low-glycemic choice that fits a blood-sugar-conscious plate
• Iron-Rich – Contains iron, which supports energy and everyday vitality

Frequently asked questions

Can foxtail millet fully replace rice?
Yes — it’s the most rice-like of the millets and works 1:1 in most dishes. Most families start with a few meals a week and expand from there.

Why do people talk about ‘siridhanya’ millets?
Siridhanya is the Kannada term for five positive small millets — foxtail, little, kodo, barnyard and browntop — championed for their fibre-rich, low-GI character. Navane (foxtail) is the most popular entry point.

Storage

Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place, away from moisture and direct sunlight. Best used within 6 months of packing.

The Krish Royal Organics promise

Sourced direct from farmers who grow without synthetic chemicals. Certified under NPOP (India Organic), FSSAI, APEDA, ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 22000:2018. Freshly packed in small batches.