خالص جَو کا ستُّو — Homemade jau Sattu Powder

Description

Jau ka Sattu (جَو کا ستو) is roasted barley ground into a fine powder, a traditional Pakistani drink and food supplement known for cooling the body, aiding digestion, and delivering slow-release energy. Khaalis Zaike makes it from 100% barley only, stone-ground fresh in small batches, with no chana, no preservatives, and nothing artificial.

Why Barley Sattu, Not Chana Sattu?

Most sattu sold in Pakistan is made from roasted chana (chickpeas) because chana is cheaper and easier to process. Jau (barley) sattu is the rarer, harder-to-make version, and the more nutritious one. Barley carries more dietary fiber, sits lower on the glycemic index, and has a natural cooling effect that chana sattu simply doesn’t match. If you’re buying sattu for digestion, blood sugar, or summer heat, jau is the right grain.

Health Benefits

• Cools the body, the classic remedy for Pakistani summers (garmi)
• Aids digestion, high fiber supports regular, comfortable digestion
• Steadies blood sugar, low glycemic index means a slower, gentler sugar release
• Protein-rich, roughly 12 to 15g protein per 100g, a solid plant-based source
• Keeps you full, useful for weight management and cutting down on snacking
• Sustained energy, fuel without the crash of sugary drinks

Ingredients

100% roasted jau (barley). Nothing else.

No chana, no wheat, no grain blends, no preservatives, no added color or flavor. One look at the label tells the whole story.

How We Make It

Our jau sattu follows the same method desi families have used for generations, just done carefully, in small batches:

1. Source — clean, mature barley from trusted Pakistani farms
2. Sun-dry — traditionally dried to lock in flavor and remove moisture
3. Slow-roast — gentle dry-roasting that protects nutrients and builds that real ستو aroma
4. Stone-grind — milled on chakki for a smooth, fine, easily dissolving powder
5. Pack fresh — sealed right after grinding, never left to sit in a warehouse

How to Use Jau Sattu

The classic sattu drink (ستو شربت): Stir 2 to 3 tablespoons into cold water with shakkar or desi gur, a pinch of kala namak, and a squeeze of lemon. Pakistan’s original summer cooler.

Morning energy milk: Blend 2 tablespoons into warm milk with honey or gur for a filling, high-protein start to the day.

Sattu paratha: Mix with onion, green chili, ajwain, and a little desi ghee, then stuff into parathas. Pairs beautifully with Khaalis Zaike Pure Desi Ghee.

Fiber boost in roti: Swap 20 to 30% of your atta for sattu to add fiber and protein without changing the taste much.

Jau Ka Sattu Price in Pakistan, 2026

One price in every city: Karachi, Lahore, Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Multan, Peshawar, and beyond. Cash on Delivery available. Save ₨250 when you pay directly.

Why Choose Khaalis Zaike

• Pure barley, never blended, 100% jau, while most market sattu hides chana or grain fillers
• Freshly stone-ground, small batches on chakki, not mass-milled and shelf-aged
• Clean label, one ingredient, zero preservatives, zero artificial anything
• 1,352+ customers across Pakistan, trusted by real desi households
• Free nationwide delivery and COD, no minimum order, no hidden charges, pay on arrival

Frequently Asked Questions

What is sattu drink good for? Sattu drink cools the body in summer, supports digestion, helps steady blood sugar, and gives slow-release energy. Barley (jau) sattu is especially good for digestion and blood sugar thanks to its high fiber and low glycemic index.

What is sattu made of? Sattu is made from roasted, ground grains or legumes. Khaalis Zaike’s sattu is 100% roasted jau (barley), with no chana, no wheat, no mixed grains. Across South Asia it’s typically made from barley or chickpeas, but barley sattu is the rarer, more nutritious version.

What is sattu called in English? In English, sattu is best described as roasted barley flour (or roasted grain flour). There’s no exact one-word equivalent, and “sattu” is the recognised term used even in English health and nutrition writing.

How do you make sattu drink? Mix 2 to 3 tablespoons of jau sattu into a glass of cold water. Add shakkar or desi gur, a pinch of kala namak, and a squeeze of lemon, then stir until dissolved. Use cold milk instead of water for a richer version.

Can I drink sattu daily? Yes. Sattu is a natural whole-grain food with no additives, and one to two servings a day is common in desi households. People with wheat or gluten sensitivity should note that barley contains gluten.

Is sattu high in protein? Yes. Barley sattu offers around 12 to 15g of protein per 100g, plus high fiber and complex carbs. It won’t replace a protein supplement, but it’s an excellent natural daily protein source, especially for vegetarians.

Who should avoid sattu? Anyone with celiac disease, gluten intolerance, or a barley allergy should avoid jau sattu, since barley contains gluten. People with kidney disease should check with a doctor before adding high-protein foods. For most adults and children, it’s perfectly safe.

Which is better, besan or sattu? They’re different things. Besan is raw chickpea flour for cooking, while sattu is roasted grain flour eaten as a drink or supplement. For digestion, blood sugar, and cooling, jau sattu wins thanks to its lower glycemic index and higher fiber. Besan isn’t a true substitute.

What is jau sattu? Jau sattu (جَو کا ستو) is sattu made specifically from roasted, stone-ground barley. It’s the traditional, rarer alternative to common chana sattu, with a cooling effect, more fiber, and a lower glycemic index.

What are sattu powder ingredients? Just one: 100% pure roasted barley (jau). No preservatives, no artificial color, no flavor enhancers, no grain blends.

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