GLOSSARY Β· GLUTEN-FREE GRAIN FLOURS
Finger Millet Flour
EN Finger Millet Flour Β· DE Fingerhirsemehl Β· IT Farina di Ragi
CATEGORY=Grain FloursBINDING=2/5CROSS-CONTACT=Medium cross-contact riskPRIMARY USE=Flatbreads, porridge, traditional bakes
Finger Millet Flour (also: Ragi flour | Nachni flour) β Slightly sweet, earthy, reddish-brown colour.
β GF STATUS
Naturally gluten-free. There is a cross-contact risk, so choose a certified GF brand. As a bonus, finger millet flour is naturally rich in calcium.
Is it safe for coeliacs?
Naturally gluten-free. There is a cross-contact risk, so choose a certified GF brand. As a bonus, finger millet flour is naturally rich in calcium.
| Region | Gluten-free status |
|---|---|
| EU | GF if certified |
| US (FDA) | GF if certified |
| Australia / NZ | GF if certified |
In the kitchen
Slightly sweet, earthy, reddish-brown colour. Best for: Flatbreads, porridge, traditional bakes.
If you don’t have it
Pearl millet flour
Source: HTGF flour database · evidence tier B · last reviewed June 2026.
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EVIDENCE LEDGER
Safety frameCODEX / AOECS
Entry updated2026-06-12
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