Spice Up Your Cooking with Little Millet: Recipes with a Kick

Little millet is a nutritious and versatile grain that can be used in a variety of dishes. This little millet recipe is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a meal prep option to enjoy throughout the week. It is easy to make, packed with nutrients, and sure to become a new favorite in your recipe collection.

Recipes using little millet:

Little Millet Upma:

Ingredients:

1 cup little millet

1 onion, chopped

1 tomato, chopped

2 green chilies, chopped

1/2 tsp mustard seeds

1/2 tsp cumin seeds

1/4 tsp turmeric powder

Salt to taste

1 tbsp oil

Water as required

Instructions:

• Rinse little millet in water and soak for 15-20 minutes.
• Heat oil in a pan, add mustard seeds and cumin seeds. Once they start to splutter, add onions and green chilies and sauté for a minute.
• Add tomatoes, turmeric powder, and salt. Cook until tomatoes turn soft.
• Drain the soaked little millet and add it to the pan. Mix well and add water as required. Cover and cook for 10-12 minutes until the little millet is cooked through. Serve hot.

Little Millet Pongal:

Ingredients:

1 cup little millet

1/2 cup moong dal

1 tomato, chopped

2 green chilies, chopped

1/2 tsp cumin seeds

1/4 tsp turmeric powder

Salt to taste

1 tbsp ghee

1 tbsp chopped coriander leaves

Instructions:

• Rinse little millet and moong dal in water and soak for 30 minutes.
• Heat ghee in a pressure cooker, add cumin seeds, and let them splutter.
• Add onions, green chilies, and sauté for 2-3 minutes until onions turn translucent.
• Add tomatoes, turmeric powder, and salt. Cook until tomatoes turn soft.
• Drain the soaked little millet and moong dal and add them to the pressure cooker. Mix well and add 2 cups of water.
• Pressure cook for 3-4 whistles or until the little millet and moong dal are cooked through.
• Garnish with chopped coriander leaves and serve hot.

Little Millet Salad:

Ingredients:

1 cup little millet, cooked

1 cucumber, chopped

1 carrot, grated

1 onion, chopped

1 tomato, chopped

1/2 cup chopped coriander leaves

1/4 cup lemon juice

Salt to taste

1 tbsp olive oil

Instructions:

• In a large mixing bowl, add cooked little millet, cucumber, carrot, onion, tomato, and coriander leaves. Mix well.
• In a small bowl, mix lemon juice, olive oil, and salt.
• Add the dressing to the salad and mix well.
• Serve chilled.

Little Millet Cutlets:

Ingredients:

1 cup little millet, cooked

1 large potato, boiled and mashed

1/2 cup mixed vegetables (carrots, peas, corn), boiled and mashed

1/2 cup breadcrumbs

1/4 cup finely chopped onion

2 cloves garlic, minced

1/2 inch ginger, minced

1/2 tsp cumin powder

1/2 tsp coriander powder

1/2 tsp garam masala

1/2 tsp red chili powder

Salt to taste

Oil for frying

Instructions:

• In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked little millet, mashed potato, and mashed vegetables.
• Add breadcrumbs, onion, garlic, ginger, cumin powder, coriander powder, garam masala, red chili powder, and salt to taste. Mix well until all the ingredients are combined.
• Divide the mixture into small portions and shape each portion into a small cutlet.
• Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
• Once the oil is hot, add the cutlets in batches and fry until they turn golden brown on both sides.
• Remove the cutlets from the pan and place them on a paper towel to remove any excess oil.
• Serve the little millet cutlets hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
• These little millet cutlets are a tasty and healthy snack that can be enjoyed any time of day. They are easy to make, packed with nutrients, and sure to be a hit with both kids and adults

Enjoy these healthy and delicious recipes using little millet!

Little Millet Biryani:

Ingredients:

1 cup little millet, soaked for 30 minutes

2 cups water

1 large onion, thinly sliced

1 large tomato, chopped

1/2 cup mixed vegetables (carrots, peas, beans), chopped

1/4 cup mint leaves, chopped

1/4 cup cilantro leaves, chopped

1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste

1 tsp cumin seeds

1 tsp coriander powder

1 tsp garam masala

1/2 tsp red chili powder

1/4 tsp turmeric powder

Salt to taste

2 tbsp oil

Cashews and raisins for garnish

Instructions:

1. In a large pot, bring the water to a boil and add the soaked little millet. Cook for 10-15 minutes until the millet is tender but still holds its shape. Drain any excess water and set aside.
2. In a separate pan, heat oil over medium heat and add the cumin seeds.
3. Once the cumin seeds start to splutter, add the sliced onions and sauté until they turn golden brown.
4. Add the ginger-garlic paste and sauté for 1-2 minutes.
5. Add the chopped tomatoes and cook until they turn soft and mushy.
6. Add the chopped vegetables, coriander powder, garam masala, red chili powder, turmeric powder, and salt. Mix well and cook until the vegetables are tender.
7. Add the cooked little millet to the pan and mix well with the vegetables.
8. Add the chopped mint leaves and cilantro leaves and mix well.
9. Cover the pan with a lid and simmer for 5-10 minutes until all the flavors are well combined.
10. Garnish with cashews and raisins and serve hot.

This little millet biryani is a healthy and delicious twist on the classic Indian dish. It is packed with flavor and nutrients, making it the perfect meal for any occasion. Enjoy it on its own or with a side of raita for a complete meal.

Little Millet Porridge

Ingredients:

1/2 cup little millet

2 cups water or milk

1/4 tsp ground cinnamon

1/4 tsp ground cardamom

1/4 tsp ground nutmeg

1 tbsp honey or sweetener of your choice

Chopped nuts and dried fruit for garnish (optional)

Instructions:

• Rinse the little millet thoroughly and soak it in water for at least 30 minutes.
• Drain the water and add the soaked millet to a saucepan along with 2 cups of water or milk.
• Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 20-25 minutes until the millet is cooked and tender.
• Add the ground cinnamon, cardamom, and nutmeg to the porridge and mix well.
• Add honey or your preferred sweetener to the porridge and stir until it is well combined.
• Remove the porridge from the heat and let it cool for a few minutes.
• Garnish with chopped nuts and dried fruit if desired.
• Serve the little millet porridge warm and enjoy!

This little millet porridge is a healthy and nutritious breakfast option that is easy to make and packed with flavor. The addition of warming spices like cinnamon, cardamom, and nutmeg make it perfect for a cozy winter morning. Customize it with your favorite sweeteners and toppings for a delicious and comforting meal.

At Ayull, we are proud to offer little millet that is sourced from farmers who practice natural farming. Our little millet is carefully selected and purchased directly from farmers who believe in sustainable and ethical farming practices. We are committed to providing our customers with a wholesome and nutritious product that is not only good for their health but also for the environment. By choosing Ayull's little millet, you are not only supporting your own health and wellbeing but also supporting a network of farmers who are dedicated to natural farming and sustainable agriculture. Try our little millet today and experience the goodness of nature in every bite!

Order now at https://ayull.com/index.php/27-LittleMilletRice1Kg.php and enjoy the benefits of this nutritious and versatile grain!