Millet is a gem in the world of grains, not just for its myriad health benefits but also for its multi-purpose culinary use that’s been catching people’s attention recently. We’re about to uncover the benefits of millet in your meals and display you how to whip up three uncomplicated and tasty recipes right in your kitchen.
Why Should You Have Millets?
Before we jump into the recipes, let’s understand why millet is considered a superfood. Being gluten-free isn’t all that millet has to offer. It’s packed with nutrients including fiber, protein, vitamins, and minerals. Its high quantity of antioxidants has been noted for its critical role in shielding the body from harmful oxidative stress and inflammation. Plus, it’s replete with magnesium, vital for numerous bodily operations, including muscle movements, nerve functions, blood sugar levels, and heart rate stability.
Millet Chocolate Cookies
Ingredients Qty
- Sieved Ragi flour 1 cup
- Sieved All-purpose flour 1 cup
- Melted Butter 1½ cup
- Powdered Sugar 1 cup
- Baking Powder ½ tsp
- Chocolate chips 1 cup
- Pinch of Salt
Method of preparation:
Step 1: Take a mixing bowl, add butter and sugar, and mix well until it becomes a thick paste.
Step 2: Add ragi flour, all-purpose flour, chocolate chips baking powder and salt. Mix well and make a cookie-dough.
Step 3: Make round cookie-dough balls, flatten them slightly and place them on a crusty plate.
Step 4: Place the plate on the grill mesh rack in the microwave oven.
Step 5: Select convection mode at 170°c temperature, set time for 10 minutes and press start to bake the millet chocolate chip cookies.
Serve with warm milk.
Preparation Time: 8 Minutes
Cooking Time: 10 Minutes
MILLET VEG – CUTLETS
Ingredients:
- Boiled Potatoes 1½ cup
- Boiled Green Peas ½ cup
- Boiled Beans ½ cup
- Boiled Beetroot ½ cup
- Corn flour ¼ cup
- Ragi flour ½ cup
- Dry mango powder 1½ tsp
- Red chili powder 1½ tsp
- Oil as required
- Salt to taste
- Coriander leaves for garnishing
Method of Preparation:
Step 1: Blend all the boiled ingredients, and mash them and mix well.
Step 2: Add all remaining ingredients and mix well.
Step 3: Take a heart-shaped cutter and cut into cutlets. Arrange cutlets in a lightly greased crusty plate. Place the crusty plate on the grill mesh rack in the microwave oven.
Step 4: Select Convection mode at 200°C temperature, set time for 18 minutes and press start. (Flip the cutlets once in the time).
Garnish the heart-shaped millet cutlets with coriander leaves and enjoy with green chutney and ketchup.
Preparation Time: 10 Minutes
Cooking Time: 18 Minutes
Millet Morning Porridge
Switch up your regular breakfast with a nourishing millet porridge. Cook the millet with water and milk until it turns creamy and soft. Add a dollop of honey or maple syrup for sweetness, and garnish with some fresh fruits, nuts, or seeds. This wholesome and full-bodied porridge is perfect for kickstarting your health-focused day.