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Title:

Finger Millet based Multigrain Semolina for Preparation of Upma, Kesri Bhath & similar products

Value Proposition:

Finger millet-based multigrain semolina provides a nutritious, high-fiber, and mineral-rich alternative to conventional semolina. Combining ragi with other grains, it supports digestive health, sustained energy, and overall wellness. The product caters to health conscious consumers seeking traditional foods like upma and kesri bhath with enhanced nutrition, convenience, and consistent quality, promoting millet and multigrain consumption in everyday meals.

Summary Application:

Finger millet multigrain semolina is widely used in households for preparing upma, kesri bhath, pongal, and other traditional dishes. It is also suitable for institutional catering, hotels, restaurants, and ready to cook food product lines. Retail and online markets targeting health conscious consumers are another key application, promoting convenient, nutritious, and wholesome meals.

Advantages:

The product is rich in fiber, protein, calcium, and essential minerals. It reduces cooking time while retaining taste and texture. It has a long shelf life, is easy to store and transport, and supports healthy eating habits. The semolina encourages the use of millets and multigrains in daily diets and provides a consistent and convenient ingredient for traditional dishes.

Commercialization Status: Already Commercialised
Tech. Readiness Level:
CSIR-Central Food Technological Research Institute
CSIR-Central Food Technological Research Institute[CSIR-CFTRI]
:  director[at]cftri[dot]res[dot]in
:91-821-2517760
:https://cftri.res.in
Industrial Applications: Food Processes [Food, Beverages, Tobacco] Nutrition [Food, Beverages, Tobacco]
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