We're going to level with you: ranking your own product lineup is a slightly absurd thing for a brand to do. Every marketing instinct says "everything is amazing, buy all of it." But that's exactly the kind of noise that makes people stop trusting food brands in the first place — so instead, our team actually sat down, cooked through the entire noodle range in one very carb-heavy afternoon, and ranked them honestly. Including the ones that aren't for everyone. Especially those.
Consider this the taste test nobody paid us to write, because we wrote it about ourselves.
How We Actually Ranked These
Four criteria, no favouritism: taste on its own (before any sauce), how forgiving the texture is if you're a beginner cook, versatility across different sauces, and honestly, how much we personally craved a second bowl. Rankings within each tier are roughly interchangeable — the tiers themselves are where the real differences show up.
Tier S "We Fought Over the Leftovers"
1. Jowar Noodles
The most versatile noodle in the entire range, and it's not close. Mild enough to take on any sauce from Schezwan to Aglio Olio without a personality clash, firm enough to survive an over-enthusiastic stir-fry, and genuinely difficult to mess up even on your first try. If you only ever buy one Millet Me noodle, statistically it should be this one.
2. Quinoa Noodles
Slightly more expensive, and worth it if protein is your priority. Has a subtle bite that holds up beautifully in broths and stir-fries alike. The complete-protein angle isn't just a nutrition footnote — you can genuinely feel that this is a more substantial bowl than a standard noodle.
Tier A — "Reliable, Delicious, Would Absolutely Buy Again"
3. Bajra Noodles
Hearty in a way that surprised even us — this is the noodle you want on a cold evening with something spicy. Pairs best with bolder sauces; a delicate oil-based dressing gets a little lost against bajra's naturally robust character.
4. Black Bean Noodles
The protein content is genuinely impressive, and the deep colour makes for a striking presentation. One honest note: the flavour is slightly more distinct than the other noodles on this list, so it plays better with punchy, savoury sauces than with anything delicate.
5. Soba Noodles
Firm, nutty, and genuinely excellent with a thick sauce like gochujang or teriyaki. Loses a little ground here only because it's less of an everyday, throw-anything-at-it noodle — it wants a specific kind of dish to really shine.
Tier B — "Great, With the Right Pairing"
6. Ragi Noodles
The calcium content is the real headline here, and the mild flavour makes it a genuinely strong choice for kids. On its own, the flavour is a touch more subtle than some of the bolder options — which is a feature for a lunchbox, less so if you're specifically chasing a robust, standalone noodle flavour.
7. Foxtail Millet Noodles
Deliberately neutral, and that's exactly its job — it's built to disappear into whatever sauce you're using, particularly Jain preparations where the sauce needs to carry the full flavour load. Judged purely on standalone flavour, it ranks lower simply because standing out was never the goal.
8. Rice Noodles
Does exactly what a rice noodle should do — light, quick, reliable in a Kung Pao or Pad Thai-style dish. Ranks here mostly because it's the most "familiar" option in the lineup, without the standout nutritional edge some of the millets bring.
Tier C — "Genuinely Good, But Know What You're Getting Into"
9. Buckwheat Noodles
We're honest here: buckwheat's earthy, slightly assertive flavour is the most polarising in the range on its own. Team members who grew up eating kuttu ka atta loved it instantly. A couple of newcomers needed a second bowl to come around. If you've never had buckwheat before, don't judge it on the first spoonful.
10. Amaranth Noodles
Similarly distinctive, with a slightly denser bite than most of the other noodles. Genuinely excellent in the right traditional fasting-day preparation, less of an obvious pick for a casual Tuesday-night stir-fry.
What This Ranking Actually Tells You
Here's the honest takeaway: nothing in this lineup is bad. The "lower" tiers aren't weak links — they're specialists, built for a specific dish, dietary need, or occasion, rather than an everyday all-rounder. Jowar and Quinoa win the general popularity contest because they're the most flexible, not because the others are inferior. If your priority is calcium, buckwheat's fasting-friendliness, or a lunchbox kids will actually eat, the "lower" ranked options might genuinely be your personal number one.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this ranking based on actual taste testing or just marketing?
Genuinely based on cooking through and tasting the full range — including the honest notes about which ones are more polarising, which a purely promotional ranking wouldn't include.
Which noodle is best for a beginner who's never tried millet noodles before?
Jowar Noodles — the mildest, most forgiving, and most versatile starting point.
Which noodle has the strongest, most distinctive flavour?
Buckwheat and Amaranth stand out the most on their own, which some people love immediately and others need a second try to appreciate.
Does a lower ranking mean a noodle isn't worth buying?
Not at all — lower-tier here means more specialised, not lower quality. Several of our own team's personal favourites land outside Tier S.
Decide the Ranking for Yourself
Rankings are opinions, and yours might land completely differently. Browse the full Millet Me noodle range and run your own taste test — we'd genuinely like to know if you disagree with us.