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Millet Recipes

Millets are group of small grained cereal food crops widely grown around the world. They have multiple advantages over other crops, including drought and pest resistance. They are also able to survive in harsh environments and less fertile soil.

Millets are extremely nutritious, rich in protein, fibres, vitamins, minerals, such as phosphorus, magnesium, copper, and manganese. These offer numerous health benefits, including helping to lower blood sugar and cholesterol levels, develop and strengthen immunity, and support good digestion.

Embark on a culinary journey that celebrates the versatility and nourishing qualities of millet. These millet recipes showcase the grain's mild, nutty flavor and its ability to absorb flavors from other ingredients while maintaining a slightly crunchy texture.

From hearty main dishes to satisfying sides and even sweet treats, millet can be incorporated into various meals to enhance taste and nutrition.

Preparation Time

10 mins.

Type

Vegetarian.

Ragi Roti

A flatbread made with ragi flour and other ingredients like onions, green chilies, and coriander leaves. Ragi roti is a nutritious alternative to wheat roti and is gluten-free. It is usually served with yogurt, pickle, or any curry of your choice.

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Preparation Time

30 mins.

Type

Vegetarian.

Browntop Idli

Soft and fluffy idlis made with browntop millet batter and fermented overnight. Browntop idlis are a healthier alternative to traditional rice idlis. They are steamed to perfection and can be served with sambar, chutney, or any other accompaniment of choice.

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Preparation Time

30 mins.

Type

Vegetarian.

Browntop Bisi Bele Bath

A flavorful and nutritious one-pot meal made with browntop millet, lentils, vegetables, and a blend of aromatic spices. Browntop bisi bele bath is a popular South Indian dish that is known for its rich and tangy flavors. It is typically enjoyed with a side of raita or papad.

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Preparation Time

25 mins.

Type

Vegetarian.

Little Upma

A flavorful and nutritious upma made with little millet, vegetables, and spices. Little upma is prepared by sautéing little millet with vegetables like carrots, peas, and onions, and tempered with mustard seeds, curry leaves, and spices. It is a wholesome and satisfying breakfast option.

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Preparation Time

30 mins.

Type

Vegetarian.

Little Idli

Soft and fluffy idlis made with little millet and urad dal. Little idlis are prepared by steaming a batter made with little millet, urad dal, and fenugreek seeds. They are a popular South Indian dish, perfect for breakfast or as a snack with coconut chutney and sambar.

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Preparation Time

30 mins.

Type

Vegetarian.

Little Urad Dal Dosa

A crispy and savory dosa made with little millet and urad dal. Little urad dal dosa is prepared by fermenting a batter made with little millet, urad dal, and rice. It is a healthy and delicious breakfast option that can be enjoyed with chutney and sambar.

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Preparation Time

20 mins.

Type

Vegetarian.

Kodo Pulao

A flavorful rice dish made with kodo millet, mixed vegetables, and aromatic spices. Kodo pulao is a wholesome and delicious one-pot meal that is easy to prepare. It is packed with nutrients and can be enjoyed on its own or with a side of raita or yogurt.

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Preparation Time

10 mins.

Type

Vegetarian.

Kodo Roti

A nutritious and gluten-free flatbread made with kodo millet flour. Kodo roti is prepared by kneading the flour with water and rolling it out into round flatbreads. It is cooked on a griddle and can be enjoyed with a variety of curries or chutneys.

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  • Soup

    Wash and soak rice and dal for an hour or so.

  • Soru Chokli Pitha

    Soru chakli is a traditional Bengali dish. It is a thin pancake which is made from rice and urad dal (black gram).

  • Spinach Pongal

    Spinach Pongal is a healthy breakfast recipe. This is a nutritious Indian style savory pudding which is easy to cook.

  • Banana Gharge

    Healthy and nutritious banana and wheat pancakes!

  • Jowar Khicheri (Jowar Rawa)

    Heat oil.

  • Maize Porridge

    Soak broken maize in water over night.

  • Green Gram Rice Porridge

    Wash & cook rice and dal together till soft, mash well and add milk, jaggery and stir thoroughly.

  • Soya Mix Chiwada

    Soak whole green gram, Moth, Chana & processed soyabean in sufficient water for 8 to 10 hours individually.

  • Poha Khaman

    Wash rice flakes with water.

  • Chidwa Pulao

    Wash and soak chidwa, Roast groundnut remove the skin and grind coarsely.

  • Paushtik Khicheri

    Wash and chop all vegetables.

  • Wheat Khicheri (Rawa)

    Heat oil add 300 ml of water and boil.

  • Dalia Porridge

    Roast broken wheat in a pan.

  • Suji Porridge

    Clean Wheat Rava and green gram dal. Roast separately and mix.

  • Puffed Rice Food Mix

    Powder puffed rice after slightly roasting it.

  • Puffed Rice Bengal Gram Mix–ii

    Grind Bengal Gram & Roasted puffed rice separately.

  • Rice Mix

    Wash & soak raw rice in water.

  • Chidwa Mix-ii

    Roast Chidwa and grind.

  • Rice Soya Mix

    Roast rice and Soyabean separately.

  • Puffed Rice Bengal Gram Mix – I

    Prepare powder of puffed rice.

  • Bajra Mathri

    Mix the bajra flour, moth flour and maida. Sieve it.

  • Ladoo

    Roast bajra and moth flour in ghee till golden brown.

  • Jowar Laddoo

    Roast jowar.

  • Halwa

    Roast moth flour and bajra flour in ghee until golden brown.

  • Dal Puri

    Clean, wash and soak masur dal for 2-3 hours.

  • Bajra Shakarpare

    Mix jaggery in the milk.

  • Bajra Puff Ladoo

    Melt the jaggery.

  • Bajra Porridge

    Roast bajra in fat till light brown.

  • Sesame Chutney

    Sesame Chutney

  • Besan Suji Pancake

    Mix gram flour and suji with butter milk and make a batter. Keep the mixture for 15 minutes.

  • Mixed Millet Drumstick Leaves Dosa (Pancake)

    Wash and soak all ingredients for 8 to 10 hours except salt and drumstick leaves.

  • Malted Food Mix

    Sprouted wheat & green gram. Roasted on slow fire separately.

  • Wheat and Green Gram Mix

    Roast wheat/green gram dal and groundnuts separately.

  • Wheat Food Mix

    Clean and roast wheat and groundnut separately(Remove the outer skin of groudnut).

  • Wheat Mix

    Make powder of roasted Bengal grams and groundnut.

  • Ragi And Banana Smoothie

    A Smoothie is a thick, creamy and cold beverage made from pureed raw fruits, vegetables and sometimes dairy products, typically using a blender. The healthfulness of a smoothie depends on its ingredients and their proportions. Many smoothies include large or multiple servings of fruits and vegetables, which are recommended in a healthy diet and intended to be a meal replacement.

  • Mamsa Rasam (Medicated Mutton Soup)

    Small pieces of mutton and powdered barley, horse gram and dry ginger should be boiled in 750ml of water and reduced to 200ml.

  • Kharjuradi Mantha (Energy Drink)

    Mantha means mashed or well blended. The drink which is prepared by churning or blending the ingredients well and diluting with cold water is known as Mantha.

  • Moringa Thepla

    Rinse 1 cup moringa leaves thoroughly in water. Then pat them dry with a cloth and chop finely.

  • Dal Main Ka Dulha

    Soak arhar dal in water for an hour.

  • Wheat Dosa

    In a bowl add wheat flour and salt add water to it mix thoroughly without lumps, to a batter.

  • Red Chaulai Daliya In Coconut Tofu Stew

    In a deep bottom pan heat oil and add onion, garlic and ginger.

  • Gehun Ki Khichdi

    Clean, wash and soak the wheat in enough water in a deep bowl overnight. Drain well.

  • Palak Paneer Pulao

    Soak rice for 15 minutes, drain water and keep it aside.

  • Chaawal Ke Pithe

    Wash and soak gram lentils in water for 4-5 hours.

  • Drumsticks (Moringa) Leaves Soup

    Clean the drumstick leaves thoroughly.

  • Mix Vegetable Dhokla

    In a bowl, add 1 cup of medium thick suji/rava and equal quantity of yogurt and mix well.

  • Banana Dates Oats Cookies

  • Healthy Ragi Biscuit

  • Red Poha Laddoo

  • Milk Protein Shake

  • Dal Rasam

  • Carrot And Broccoli Soup

    This Indian Clear Broccoli and Carrot Soup recipe shows you how to make a soothing clear soup with crunchy and colourful veggies like broccoli and carrots, which compete and contrast with each other in appearance and flavour.

  • Honey Mint Lemon Tea

  • Dry Masala Chops Recipe

    Mutton chops taste amazing when made with masalas and spices, or even when roasted in oven.

  • Baked Stuffed Fish Recipe

    Sprinkle inside of fish with salt and pepper, then stuff with remaining garlic, a layer of lemon slices and thyme sprigs.

  • Mexican Rice

    This Mexican rice recipe is made of long-grained rice, sautéed with tomatoes and lots of veggies and spices.

  • Plain Khichdi

    Simple rice khichdi is a healthy comfort food prepared by pressure cooking rice and moong dal. If you want to eat something light and healthy for dinner, then easy to digest rice khichdi is the best option.

  • Potato Curry Recipe

    This Potato curry is a simple flavorful curry made with onions, tangy tomatoes, fresh herbs and fragrant spices. This is a quick and tasty one pot recipe

  • Moong Dal Recipe

    This Moong dal is comforting, hearty, protein-packed, flavorful and super tasty!! Make this for a perfect, easy and wholesome vegetarian Indian meal that’s gluten-free and can be made vegan. Serve it with plain rice, flavored rice, roti, naan or parathas alongside kachumber, chaas or lassi.

  • Amla Chutney Recipe

    A vitamin C rich chutney that has an equal balance of sweet and spicy that can go well as a side dish for your meals.

  • Prawn Curry

    Subtly spiced and rich Indian prawn curry cooked alongside aromatic spices and coconut milk

  • Fish in coconut milk

    This mildly-spiced fish curry with a coconut milk base is one of the most popular South Indian curries.

  • Coconut chutney

    An extremely simple and essential chutney recipe prepared with basic ingredients like coconut and herbs. It is an important condiment which is served as a taste enhancer with the breakfast recipes.

  • Curd Rice

    Curd rice is a popular and tasty South Indian dish that is served with a South Indian thali or meal. Curd rice is nothing but curd (yogurt) mixed with cooked rice, herbs and then tempered.

  • Plain Dosa

    Dosa are basically crispy or soft crepes made with ground and fermented lentil and rice batter.

  • Vangi Bhaat Recpie

    Vangi Bath (brinjal rice), a light spicy rice dish made with sauteed brinjal, is yet another delicious rice recipe from South Indian cuisine.

  • Sambar recipe

    Sambhar is a multipurpose or all-purpose lentil curry which can be used as a breakfast sambar apart from using as the main curry for different types of rice options.

  • Roghanjosh Recipe

    Warm your dinner table with this hearty, meaty curry. Straight from a Kashmiri kitchen, here's a rogan josh recipe that has meat stirred along with a host of numerous aromatic spices and herbs, mixed with curd and pressure cooked till tender. A delicious dish to serve at dinner parties! Pair it up with onion rings and mint chutney.

  • Chanadal With Ghia

    Lauki Chana Dal is a nutritious recipe that combined the Bottle Gourd and lentils making it a perfect dish for a wholesome lunch or dinner.

  • Poshtik Roti Recipe

    Poshtik Rotis are a great substitute for whole wheat chapatis. Being rich in nutrients, it’s a good dietary addition for pregnant women and elders.

  • Palak poori

    Whole wheat puris with the goodness of spinach! These deep fried spinach puri pairs well with all sorts of curries or with a side of yogurt and pickle!

  • Rajmah Curry Recipe

    This rajma recipe is a very easy way to make rajma masala or kidney beans curry. The gravy is thick and luscious, bursting with flavours with kidney beans that will melt in your mouth. Rajma Chawal is pure comfort food and this recipe will become a favourite!

  • Kashmiri Tahar Recipe

    Tahar is a traditional kashmiri rice preparation and is enjoyed all across J&K in Wazwan.

  • Lassi Salted Recipe

    This salted lassi is savory, creamy, rich and smooth yogurt-based North Indian drink. You'll need 3 ingredients and 5 minutes to make it.

  • Aloo Paratha Recipe

    Paratha is one of the most loved North Indian delicacy, which is prepared in almost every Indian household. If you too are a fan of parathas, then you can try making one at home and surprising your loved ones with you smart culinary skills.

  • Kheer

    Rice Kheer or rice porridge or rice bhardi is an excellent meal for your baby. It's enriched with iron , calcium, carbs and vitamins.

  • Wheat Payasam

    Payasam is made with broken wheat and is a healthy alternative to the usual Rice Kheer.

  • Malted Ragi Porridge

    Ragi malt recipe also known as ragi java or ragi porridge is a healthy dish made with finger millet flour, water and jaggery

  • Khichdi

    This Khichdi recipe is a light and easy to digest Indian dish made with rice and moong dal. Nutritious and light on the tummy, serve this healthy, comforting and nourishing porridge-like Dal Khichdi with curd, raita or papad.

  • Jowar Rabri

    Rabri (also known as Rabdi) is a traditional north Indian sweet dish made with full fat milk, sugar, cardamoms and nuts.

  • Ragi Halwa

    Try this unique halwa prepared with the goodness of ragi and satiate your sweet tooth cravings instantly

  • Bajra food mix

    Bajra and Split Green Moong Dal Khichdi is a healthy, protein-rich, winter favourite

  • Jowar mix

    A delectable mix of jowar, moong and masoor, it is roasted to perfection. This Healthy Alternatives roasted snack is a must-have and is 100% vegetarian product.

  • Malted Ragi mix

    Ragi malt recipe also known as ragi java or ragi porridge is a healthy dish made with finger millet flour, water and jaggery.

  • Wheat & Green Gram mix

    The Wheat Groundnut Powder porridge can be given from 8 months and is an ideal travel food for babies.

  • Banana Carrot Halwa

    Banana Apple Carrot Halwa a tasty and innovative dessert.

  • Chiwda mix (Rice Flakes)

    Chivda is a delicious Snack mix made with flattened rice (poha), spices, dry fruit and nuts, plus hints of salt and sugar. The result is a crunchy, crispy treat with a delightful combination of salty and sweet flavors.

  • Paushtik Burfee

    Made with Ghee and Jaggery, this Burfee is a super healthy dessert! Ghee is a good source of vitamin A. Jaggery is a good source of energy and iron. It aids production of breast milk.

  • Broken Wheat (Dalia) mix

    Broken Wheat is easy to digest and the grain by itself comes with a lot of fibre in it.

  • Cucumber Raita

    A creamy and cooling condiment made with cucumber

  • Kheer

    Kheer (kheeri, payesh, payasam or phirni) is a sweet dish made with ghee/ clarified butter and dry fruits along with jaggery, and rice.

  • Mango Chutney

    Mango Chutney is everyone's favourite condiment, whether it is to spice a plate of dal and rice or add more to meat curries, mango chutney pairs well with most dishes. Made with ripe mangoes and spices.

  • Soyabeans Curry

    Soya Bean Curry is a highly recommended source of protein for those who prefer vegetarian diet or are health-conscious

  • Vegetable Pulao

    Vegetable pulao is one of the popular rice variants of choice for many Indians and is often served for lunch and dinner, if not for morning breakfast.

  • Chicken Korma Recipe

    Traditionally a Persian dish, it has been a staple in Indian households for generations. This dish is a flavourful mix of chicken, creamy fragrant sauce with cashews. Served hot with basmati or sticky rice.

  • Vegetable Dhansak

    Flavorful and wholesome vegetable Dhansak, is a great twist to the original non vegetarian recipe. Serve hot with brown rice

  • Beans Fooghat Recipe

    Beans Fooghat Recipe, A soulful dish of lentils, beans and grated coconut.

  • Besan Gatte Curry Recipe

    Add a twist to your everyday meals with this mouth-watering curry made with gram flour and curd along with some spices.

  • Kathal/Jackfruit (Dry) Recipe

    Jackfruit (Kathal) is a flavorful vegetable with a meaty texture that offers multiple health benefits along with taste. Here’s an easy to make recipe for you to try.

  • Vegetable Poha

    This breakfast favourite is made with beaten/ flattened rice flakes and an assortment of veggies and is the perfect 'one-pot' meal.

  • Til Channa Chikki

    A healthy mix of sesame seeds and jaggery not only offers a good boost of iron but is also a great snack for your mid-day sweet cravings.

  • Cheela Recipe

    Chilla or Besan cheela is a simple pancake made with chickpea flour and some basic ingredients. These can be served with tea or a chutney

  • Mutton Do Pyaaza

    Mutton do pyaaza is a scrumptious mutton dish, full of bold and rustic flavour that comes from slow braising the meat on low heat and adding ingredients gradually to the dish

  • Masala Dosa Recipe

    Wondering how to make Masala Dosa at home? Try this easy Masala Dosa recipe with step by step photos!

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