Bajra Flour Recipe Kambu Maavu Recipe

Bajra flour also known as Kambu Maavu in Tamil is one of the healthy flours that I always like to have in my kitchen. It is made using millet which is very nutritious and has a nice earthy flavour. This flour can be used to make roti, dosa and many other healthy dishes.

It is very easy to make millet flour at home and it tastes much better than store bought millet flour. All you have to do is roast the millet well and grind it to make flour. If it is stored properly it remains fresh for a long time. You can make small batches of it, it tastes refreshing and goes well with both sweet and savory dishes.

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About millet flour

Millet flour or Kambu Maavu is made by roasting millet and grinding it into powder. Millet is one of the old traditional grains used in Indian households. It has a mild earthy smell and when roasted it gives off a beautiful nutty aroma. The flour looks light brown in color and feels slightly rough to the touch.

It has a mild earthy odor and a pleasant nutty aroma when roasted. The flour looks light brown in color and feels slightly rough to the touch. The best thing about millet is its health benefits. It is rich in iron, fiber and keeps you satiated for a long time. It is also considered good for digestion and helps in cooling the body during summers.

In Tamil Nadu, it is called kambu and is often used to make a healthy breakfast or porridge. You can make many dishes from millet flour like kambu dosa, kambu adai, rotis or even laddus. It also easily mixes with wheat flour to make chapati. The flavor of millet is slightly smoky and rustic, perfect for simple home meals.

I make bajra flour once in two weeks and store it in an airtight container. Sometimes I also mix it with other millet flours for dosa batter. It is easy to prepare and including it in your daily routine makes the diet more healthy

Ingredients of Millet Flour

• Whole millet (pearl millet) – To make this flour I have used whole kambu. It gives fresh aroma and better taste. If you have millet then you can also use it.

Why does this recipe work

• It is simple and made using only one ingredient.
• Roasting gives a nice aroma and the raw smell goes away.
• Homemade flour is always fresher and tastier than store-bought flour.
• The same method can be used to make other millet flours also.
• If stored properly it remains good for several days.

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How to make millet flour step by step

1. Dry roast the kambu till it becomes light golden. It may take at least 7-10 minutes to fry on low flame. Cool then pour into mixer jar.

2.Make it powder. Fry it again for 3-5 minutes. Cool then store.

Expert Tips

• roast – Always fry on low flame. If roasted on high flame, it will burn and give bitter taste.
• cooling before grinding – Allow the roasted millet to cool completely before grinding, otherwise the flour may become sticky and lumpy.
• grind texture – When you grind it in the mixer, the flour will be a little thick. This is normal and fine for most recipes.
• second roast – After grinding, I fry again for a few minutes. It removes excess moisture and gives nice fragrance.
• storage – Store in clean and dry jars. If using quickly I leave it out or keep it in the fridge for a longer period of time.

serving and storage

You can use millet flour to make dosa, roti, porridge or mix it with wheat flour to make soft chapattis. It tastes like earth and keeps your stomach full for a long time. Keep it in an air tight container in a cool place. It stays good for up to two weeks outside or even longer in the fridge. Always use a dry spoon while taking out the dough.

general questions and answers

1.Can I skip roasting and grind directly?

No, needs to be roasted. This helps remove the raw smell and keeps the flour fresh for a longer period.

2.My dough is a little thick, is that okay?

Yes, the flour ground in the mixer will be a little thick and that is absolutely fine.

3.Can I make large quantities?

Yes, you can make large batches and send them to the flour mill for fine grinding.

4.How can I use everyday flour?

You can mix it with wheat flour for regular roti. It makes them healthy and soft.

5.Can I make other millet flour?

Yes, you can use the same method. This also works for ragi, jowar or foxtail millet. Just fry it well before grinding.

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