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Finger Millet Flour

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Finger Millet Flour (also: Ragi flour | Nachni flour) — Slightly sweet, earthy, reddish-brown colour.

Absorbency3/5
Binding2/5
Lightness2/5
Medium cross-contact risk

Category: Grain Flours · Allergens: None

Primary use: Flatbreads, porridge, traditional bakes

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.