Millets

Barnyard Millet

सांवा चावल

Light, quick-cooking and fasting-friendly — the gentle millet that eats like rice.

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About this product

Nival Barnyard Millet (sanwa / sama ke chawal) is a light, quick-cooking millet that behaves much like rice — which is why it is a beloved fasting (vrat) grain across India. Gentle on the stomach and naturally gluten-free, it suits everyday healthy meals too.

Our sanwa is sourced farmer-direct and cleaned carefully, keeping its whole-grain nutrition intact.

Why you'll love it

  • Naturally gluten-free and light to digest
  • Popular fasting (vrat) grain — eats like rice
  • Good source of fibre and iron
  • Quick-cooking and versatile
  • Lower glycaemic load than white rice

How to use

  • Cook like rice for vrat meals — sanwa pulao or plain with curd.
  • Make a light khichdi for fasting days.
  • Use in upma, kheer and salads.

Frequently asked questions

Can sanwa be eaten during fasting?
Yes — barnyard millet (sanwa/sama) is one of the most popular vrat grains and is widely eaten on fasting days.
Does it cook like rice?
Yes, it cooks quickly and has a light, rice-like texture.

Product details

TypeWhole Grain Millet
GrainBarnyard Millet / Sanwa (सांवा)
GlutenNaturally gluten-free
Best ForVrat meals, khichdi, pulao, kheer
StorageCool, dry, airtight container
FSSAI12723035000032

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