Bajra, also known as pearl millet, is a traditional grain that is widely used in the culinary traditions of many regions, particularly in India, Africa, and the Middle East. Bajra or pearl millet is popular in rural India. Bajra is made from the small round grains of black millet, also called bajra. It is celebrated for its hearty, slightly nutty flavour, and its adaptability to a wide range of dishes.

 Bajra can be ground into flour and used for making rotis, breads, and porridge, or used whole in soups, stews, and salads. It is a robust crop that can thrive in harsh and dry conditions where other crops fail, making it a staple in arid regions. Despite the advent of more modern grains, bajra continues to hold its own, cherished for the unique, rustic flavour it imparts to dishes.