Bob's Red Mill 2531C244 Whole Grain Sorghum 24 Ounce

The texture of this grain reminds me of buckwheat, but taste is different. It cooks a little longer than rice, it's as chewy as brown rice. Great for soups as it cooks and absorbs more flavor than alone.If you're looking for a healthier option to substitute rice., consider trying this grain

Much of my adult life, corn irritated my body and left me with inflammation. Until 2019, popcorn was worth the pain. In an effort to eliminate migraines, I eliminated all corn products from my diet. I desperately miss popcorn. My daughter bought this as a surprise when I came to visit. It is much smaller than popcorn and it takes quite a bit to make a bowl full. But, It tastes like pop nots, kernels that don't pop all the way. If you need a corn alternative with the crunch of popcorn, give it a try.

My dad can't have popcorn due to diverticulitis. I followed the recipe on Bob's Red Mill website and have struggled quite a bit with keeping it from burning. Regardless, it's been nice for him to have somewhat of an option when he is craving popcorn.

I usually try to buy items with Prime shipping but was looking for a single pack to try for popping after reading about the benefits of sorghum. This bag arrived well packaged in just 2 days and shipping wasn't unreasonable (have seen bags of similar size of other foodstuffs costing about $5.00 per bag but shipping of $11.00 so this seemed ok to me & was surprised by how quickly it arrived. I think I use the same brand of steel cut oats and their products seem to be great quality. I put what wouldn't fit in my storage container into a paper bag, folded over top several times and placed upside down on folded edge in the microwave, per instructions for microwave popping printed on the bag...set for 2 minutes on high and stopped a few seconds short of that time. I thought it was starting to smell a little burnt (have read should pop in small batches) but it wasn't so could have popped longer to reduce unpopped pieces. I had no problem hearing it pop over the sound of the microwave (once it gets going, the popping really takes off.). Like eating mini popcorn with slightly nuttier flavor...even my husband, who is very picky and not prone to trying new things kept asking for more. Most unpopped pieces are edible but some are harder than others so if you are worried about your teeth, I'd toss them. I ate quite a few though. I saw in some reviews that some air poppers cause the sorghum pieces to fly out...I don't have one but based on that that if popping you do fold bag top securely (like 3 folds) and heed instructions to put fold on bottom in microwave...could see the pressure that builds up in bag during popping possibly causing bag to open if only folded over once...not sure, just something to consider. Enjoy! I will buy again...couldn't find sorghum locally yet. This bag should last a while since I only plan to use for popping.

I was about ready to write a bad review of this. I tried popping this sorghum in so many different ways, following so many different recipes, and all I was getting was a few popped kernels and a bunch of burnt pans and paper bags.The recipe that finally worked was this: heatabout 2 tbsp oil on the stove on HIGH until it's shimmering but not smoking. The oil needs to be hot BEFORE you put the kernels in or they just "toast" (and eventually just become a burnt lump). Add a SMALL amount of sorghum kernels - I suggest no more than 1/4 cup - and remove the pan from the heat for about 1 minute. DO NOT put a lid on the pot at any point during this process! Turn the heat down to medium and put the pot back on, then stir frequently until most of the sorghum has popped. (It won't all pop - that's just the way it is. But every time I've done it this way, I get a good yield.)If youre having trouble with the sorghum burning, you can move the pot on and off the heat, allowing it to pop off the heat for awhile and then setting it back on and letting it heat up and start popping again.This sounds like a lot of work, but it really isn't too bad. It takes me less than 5 minutes. And it takes way less time than scouring every pan in the house because they all have burnt sorghum kernels on the bottom. Trust me ;)

You need to experiment a little with your microwave. I found that the paper bag you use for popping must be tightly double-folded to enhance popping. After overcooking two batches, I found that 1 min 45 sec on my microwave was best for popping 1/4 oz. I trust Bob's Red Mill and would not use any other brand. The product is cheaper on Swansonvitamins.com site but you can pay there via Amazon. Here's what a dietician wrote about sorghum in an article in the Washington Post on 12/15/16Step aside, quinoa. There’s a new gluten-free whole grain gaining traction among the health-savvy. It’s called sorghum and it’s homegrown: The “sorghum belt” runs between South Dakota and southern Texas.Why it will be a trend: Sorghum is an excellent source of fiber and rich in protein. It’s also a source of bone-building magnesium and phosphorus, immune-boosting iron and B vitamins such as niacin and B6 that help convert your food into energy.With demand for fiber-rich gluten-free options and local food continuing to grow into 2017, this whole grain is one to watch.Where you’ll see it: Sorghum is already being incorporated into ready-to-eat breakfast cereals and baked chips. Popped sorghum is a popcorn alternative that you’re going to see on more store shelves in the new year.This gluten-free grain will also be popping up in protein bars, crackers and gluten-free bread. Sorghum may even make its way into your bar as it’s also used to make spirits."