100% Unpolished · Gluten-Free

Little Millet

ചാമ (Chaama)

A small-grained, ancient millet once a staple across South India — naturally gluten-free, rich in fiber and grown the traditional way in the hills of Tamil Nadu and Andhra Pradesh.

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Naturally Good. Simply Nutritious.

Goodness in Every Grain

Pure, wholesome goodness packed with natural nutrition—carefully grown.

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100% Unpolished

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No Preservatives

Gluten-Free

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High Fiber

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Low Glycemic Index

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Rich in Iron

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What Is This Millet?

A small grain with a long South Indian history

Little Millet (Panicum sumatrense) is one of the oldest cultivated grains in South India, grown for centuries in the hill regions of Kerala, Karnataka and Tamil Nadu. Known locally as Chaama, it thrives in dry, marginal soils with minimal water — long before rice became the everyday staple, grains like this fed entire communities.
Today, we source Little Millet from small farming communities in Wayanad and Attapadi, keeping the same traditional growing practices alive while bringing the grain back to modern kitchens.

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Known by Many Names

Regional names across India

Language	Local Name
Malayalam	ചാമ (Chaama)
Tamil	சாமை (Saamai)
Kannada	ಸಾಮೆ (Same)
Telugu	సామలు (Samalu)
Hindi	कुटकी / शवन (Kutki / Shavan)
Marathi	सावा (Sava)

Our Process

What "unpolished" actually means

Most milled grains are polished to look uniform and cook faster — a process that strips away the bran and germ, along with most of the fiber and nutrients. We don't do that.

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Bran & Germ Intact

We skip heavy milling, keeping the outer bran and germ layer where most of the fiber and nutrients live.

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No Chemical Polishing

No polishing agents or artificial whitening — the grain looks and tastes the way nature made it.

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More Fiber Retained

Unpolished grains hold on to significantly more dietary fiber than their polished, refined counterparts.

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Nutrition

Wholesome by nature

Little Millet is naturally rich in dietary fiber and iron, with a low glycemic index — making it a steady source of energy that's gentle on blood sugar.

Nutrition Facts — per 100g, raw
Energy	341 kcal
Protein	7.7 g
Total Fat	4.7 g
Dietary Fiber	7.6 g
Carbohydrates	67.0 g
Calcium	17 mg
Iron	9.3 mg
Values shown are indicative averages and may vary by harvest and batch. Please refer to the nutrition label on your product pack for verified figures.

From Kerala Kitchens

Chaama recipes to try at home

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Chaama Dosa

ചാമ ദോശ

Crisp, fermented dosas made with Little Millet and urad dal batter.

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Chaama Kanji

ചാമ കഞ്ഞി

A light, traditional porridge — a Kerala breakfast staple for generations.

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Chaama Upma

ചാമ ഉപ്പുമാവ്

A savory, vegetable-studded upma with a nutty, wholesome bite.

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Chaama Payasam

ചാമ പായസം

A festive, coconut-milk payasam that swaps rice for Little Millet.

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How To Cook

Little Millet, cooked simply

Water ratios and cooking times vary by millet — see the table below for specifics.

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Rinse & Soak

Rinse well and soak for 30 minutes to shorten cooking time.

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Add Water

Use a 1 : 2.5 ratio — 1 cup millet to 2.5 cups water.

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Cook

Simmer 15–20 minutes, or 2 whistles in a pressure cooker.

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Fluff & Serve

Rest for 5 minutes, fluff with a fork, and serve warm.

Millet	Little Millet	White Rice	Wheat
Dietary Fiber (per 100 g)	7.6 g	0.6 g	1.9 g
Glycemic Index	Low	High	Medium
Protein (per 100 g)	7.7 g	6.8 g	11.8 g
Gluten	Free	Free	Contains
Processing	Unpolished	Polished	Refined (varies)

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Little Millet is naturally rich in dietary fiber and iron, with a low glycemic index — making it a steady source of energy that's gentle on blood sugar.

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Little Millet FAQs

Common questions

Its low glycemic index means it releases energy slowly, which many people managing blood sugar find helpful. Please consult your doctor for personal dietary advice.

Yes, in most recipes. Rinse and soak it first, and use slightly more water (about 1:2.5) since it's less starchy than polished rice.

Little Millet is traditionally used in Kerala for infant porridge, introduced gradually like any new grain. Check with your pediatrician before starting.

Keep in an airtight container in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Being unpolished, use within the best-before date on the pack for peak freshness.