Foxtail millet, also known as “thinai” in Tamil, is a small-seeded grass that is a staple food crop in some parts of India. It is considered to be one of the oldest cultivated crops in the world. Foxtail millet rice is made by boiling or steaming foxtail millet, similar to how rice is prepared. It can be used as a replacement for rice in any dish, and is a good option for people following a gluten-free diet.