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Title:

Husk free Flour from Small Millets using Roller Mill

Value Proposition:

Husk-free flour from small millets produced using a roller mill provides a refined and nutritious cereal ingredient suitable for various food preparations. Small millets such as foxtail, little millet, and barnyard millet are rich in fiber, minerals, and antioxidants. Removing the husk improves texture and cooking quality while maintaining nutritional benefits. This technology supports wider millet consumption and promotes healthier grain based foods for modern dietary needs.

Summary Application:

Husk free millet flour is used in preparing various traditional and modern foods such as rotis, porridges, dosa, idli, bakery products, and snacks. It is suitable for household consumption, food processing industries, and health food products. The flour can also be blended with other cereal flours to improve nutritional value. It is particularly beneficial for consumers seeking gluten free and nutrient rich grain alternatives.

Advantages:

Husk removal improves the texture, taste, and digestibility of millet flour while maintaining its nutritional richness. The roller milling process ensures efficient processing and consistent flour quality. The product supports gluten free diets and provides essential nutrients like fiber and minerals. It also encourages greater utilization of small millets, contributing to sustainable agriculture and diversification of staple grain consumption.

Commercialization Status: Licensed awaiting commercialisation
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]