Foxtail Millet also known as Kangni, is an annual grass and the second-most widely planted species of millets in Asia. According to the Indian Institute of Millets Research, it is grown mainly in Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Telangana, Rajasthan, Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, and in some parts of the northeast states of India too. In Tamil text, it is commonly associated with Lord Muruga and his consort Valli. As per experts, the oldest cultivation of foxtail millet was found along the ancient course of the Yellow River in Cishan, China. While the millet is full of nutrients and considered good for digestion, a recent study has found that the protein found in the bran of cereal crop is heart-healthy too.
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- Foxtail millets are an excellent source of iron and calcium
- Foxtail millet is an absolutely great substitute to rice as it keeps you satiated for longer hours.
- Foxtail millet is gluten free, rich in protein and low in carbs
- The boiled millet can be served with Dal, curry or chutney/pickle.
- you can add boiled millet with vegetable stir-fry
- Loaded with good calories (yes, these exist), foxtail millets are a powerhouse of energy
- Locally Known as: Kakum(Hindi), Navane(Kannada), Tenai(Tamil), Korra(Telugu)
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