TOP 5 EASY MILLET RECIPES FOR WEIGHT LOSS

Unleash the Power of Millets: 5 Easy Recipes to Supercharge Your Diet

Ready to ditch the rice and quinoa rut? Millets, the ancient supergrains, are back in a big way! Packed with protein, fiber, and essential nutrients, they offer a delicious and healthy twist to your favorite meals. But where to begin? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered!

This collection features our top 5 EASY millet recipes that are perfect for beginners. We’ll show you how to incorporate these wholesome grains into breakfasts, lunches, and even delightful snacks. So, get ready to explore a world of flavor and discover why millets are the future of healthy eating! – by diet guidance

Here are 5 Easy Millet Recipes for Weight Loss:

1.Foxtail Millet Khichdi:

This classic comfort food is a great way to incorporate millets into your diet. Foxtail millet is a good source of protein and fiber, which can help you feel full and satisfied.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup foxtail millet
• 1/2 cup moong dal (split green gram)
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1 tomato, chopped
• 1 green chili, chopped (optional)
• 1 teaspoon ginger-garlic paste
• 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1/2 teaspoon cumin powder
• 1/4 teaspoon coriander powder
• Salt to taste
• Ghee or oil

Instructions:

1. Rinse the foxtail millet and moong dal in water until the water runs clear.

2. Heat ghee or oil in a pressure cooker. Add cumin seeds and let them crackle.

3. Add chopped onion and green chili (if using) and saute until the onions are translucent.

4. Add ginger-garlic paste and saute for a few seconds.

5. Add turmeric powder, cumin powder, and coriander powder and saute for a few seconds more.

6. Add the rinsed foxtail millet and moong dal.

7. Add 2 cups of water and salt to taste.

8. Close the pressure cooker lid and cook for 2 whistles on medium heat.

9. Let the pressure release naturally for 10 minutes before opening the lid.

10. Fluff the khichdi with a fork and serve hot

2.Jowar Cheela:

This savory pancake is made with jowar flour (sorghum flour), a millet that is high in fiber and protein. Jowar cheela is a healthy and satisfying breakfast or snack option.

• 1 cup jowar flour
• 1/2 cup chopped vegetables (onions, carrots, peppers, etc.)
• 1/4 cup chopped coriander leaves
• 1 green chili, chopped (optional)
• 1 teaspoon ginger-garlic paste
• 1/2 teaspoon cumin powder
• 1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder
• Salt to taste
• Water

Instructions:

1. In a bowl, combine jowar flour, chopped vegetables, coriander leaves, green chili (if using), ginger-garlic paste, cumin powder, turmeric powder, and salt.

2. Add water gradually to make a batter that is slightly thicker than pancake batter.

3. Heat a non-stick pan or griddle over medium heat.

4. Pour a ladleful of batter onto the pan and spread it into a thin circle.

5. Drizzle a little oil around the edges of the cheela.

6. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown.

Serve hot with chutney or yogurt.

3. RAGI DOSA

 

 

Dosa is a South Indian crepe made with fermented rice and lentil batter. This recipe uses ragi flour (finger millet flour) instead of rice flour, making it a more nutritious option. Ragi is a good source of calcium and iron.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup ragi flour
• 1/4 cup urad dal (whole black gram)
• 1 cup water
• Salt to taste
• Oil

Instructions:

1. Wash the urad dal thoroughly and soak it in water for at least 4 hours, or overnight.

2. Grind the soaked urad dal into a smooth batter.

3. In a separate bowl, mix ragi flour and salt with water to make a thin batter.

4. Combine the ragi batter and urad dal batter and mix well.

5. Let the batter ferment for 8-10 hours in a warm place.

6. Heat a non-stick pan or griddle over medium heat.

7. Pour a ladleful of batter onto the pan and spread it into a thin circle.

8. Drizzle a little oil around the edges of the dosa.

9. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown.

10. Serve hot with chutney or sambar.

4.Millet Salad:

This salad is a great way to get a variety of nutrients from millets. You can use any type of millet that you like, such as foxtail millet, kodo millet, or barnyard millet.

• 1 cup cooked millet
• 1/2 cup chopped vegetables (cucumber, tomatoes, onions, etc.)
• 1/4 cup chopped coriander leaves
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1/2 teaspoon salt

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5.Lemon Millet Rice

This is a flavorful and light dish perfect for a main course.

Ingredients:

• • 1/2 cup millet (rinsed)
  • 1/2 lemon (juiced)
  • 1 tsp vegetable oil
  • 1/2 tsp mustard seeds
  • Few curry leaves
  • 1 green chili (slit)
  • 1 red chili (optional)
  • 1 tsp urad dal
  • 1 tsp chana dal
  • 1/4 tsp turmeric powder
  • A pinch of hing (asafoetida)
  • Salt to taste
  • 1 cup water (minus 5 tsp)
  • Chopped coriander leaves (for garnish)

Instructions:

1. Heat the oil in a pan. Add mustard seeds, curry leaves, green chili, and red chili (if using). Let splutter for a few seconds.
2. Add urad dal, chana dal, and turmeric powder. Saute for a few seconds.
3. Add the rinsed millet and stir to coat with the spices.
4. Pour in the water (minus 5 tsp) and lemon juice. Season with salt and hing.
5. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover the pan, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the millet is cooked and fluffy.
6. Garnish with chopped coriander leaves and serve.