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Sunday 19 April 2020

FINGER MILLET-BARLEY-ALMONDS NUTRI-PORRIDGE/கேழ்வரகு-பார்லி-பாதாம் கஞ்சி/கூழ்


                                                             


Finger millet is a rich source of calcium that is good for strengthening the bones for growing children and old people. Regular consumption of Fingermillet in any form is good for bone health and keeps osteoporosis at bay thereby reduce the risk of fracture,  It is gluten-free and packed with the richness of fibres, good carbs, amino acids and vitamin D. Finger millet is packed with a good amount of Vitamin D that is mostly derived from direct sunlight.  Vitamin D is a carrier of calcium which is a vital source of our body.

Since it is naturally loaded with calcium, it is one of the best non-dairy sources of calcium. It is extremely a healthy option for growing kids and can be given in the form of Ragi porridge.
The low glycemic index maintains the blood sugar levels within the safe range. Finger millet is working magically for maintaining the youthful skin. There are vital amino acids like Methionine and Lysine in finger millet maintain the skin wrinkle-free and sag-free.

Finger millet is well known for the natural source of iron content and hence it is a boon for anaemic pregnant mothers and people who suffer from Jaundice.

The high amount of dietary fibres present in the Fingermillet cereal keep the stomach full for a longer time and prevents unwanted cravings. If we want to get its all the essential contents of finger millet it is advised to consume in the morning and track the whole day energetic.

Almonds are richly packed with healthy fats. antioxidants, vitamins and minerals Its nutritional profile state " Every one ounce about 20-23 almonds provides  6 grams of protein and 4 gms of fibre, vitamin E 35%  magnesium 20% riboflavin 20% Calcium 8% and potassium 6% They are sodium-free so that it is highly beneficial for the people with hypertension. Vitamin E present in almonds supports immune function since it confers antioxidant properties, Moreover, it contains 6 per cent of the daily recommended iron that helps in the production certain hormones and works as the carrier of oxygen to the muscles.

Barley contains a considerable amount of vitamins especially vitamin B compounds such as niacin, thiamin, and pyridoxine (Vitamin B6) and beta-glucans, minerals, rich content of fibre, molybdenum, manganese and selenium. It acks folate and riboflavin.  All these enhance the production of new cell formation.

It supports weight loss.

It contains Zinc, phosphorous, copper, magnesium and calcium which are contributing to bone health and maintaining a strong skeletal system.

Soaking these cereals overnight increase the richness of vitamins and minerals.

Now let us make this nutritious and delicious Finger millet-Barley-Almonds Porridge/Koozh

Ingredients we need:

Finger millet one cup
Barley 1/2 cup
Almonds 20-23 pcs
Water for soaking

Procedure:





Soak the Finger millet, Barley and almonds in water overnight.
Rinse thoroughly and drain the excess water.
Grind to a smooth paste adding sufficient quantity of water.
Strain the ground millet contents through a strainer 
Heat the millet milk on medium flame.
Keep on stirring to avoid lumps.
The milk is fastly transformed into porridge.
Turn off the heat.

Porridge is ready to serve either with milk or buttermilk.
If you want to have with sweetness, add cane sugar and crushed cardamom and 25 ml milk
or you can have it with buttermilk or milk, adding 1/2 tsp salt and grated ginger.

Both are tasteful and optional.

Cooking time 8 minutes
Yield: Four persons


















Thursday 31 October 2019

FOXTAIL MILLET PONGAL



Foxtail millet is rich in iron and minerals and dietary fibre.  It is totally pest-free. It lends a yummy taste in Upma, Kichadi, meal and Pongal. It is a very healthy alternative to rice and wheat. Diabetic-friendly food. Low glycemic food; We can make so many healthy twists using this wonderful millet. foxtail millet Pongal is easy to make.

Do follow the steps below:

Ingredients, we need:

Foxtail millet 150 gms
Moong dal 50 gms
Water 250 ml
Cashews 10 pcs chopped
Groundnut oil 2 tbsp
Cumin seeds 1 tsp
Pepper 1 tsp
Ghee 1 tsp
Green chilly  slit
Curry leaves 20 pcs
Rock salt 3/4 tsp

Procedure:

Wash the foxtail millet +Moong dal with water twice.
Drain the water. Add 250 ml water.
Heat 3 lit cooker with groundnut oil on medium flame.
Add cumin seeds and pepper 
Once they start to fry add green chilly, curry leaves.
Transfer the millet-dal contents 
Add rock salt/salt
Allow boiling. 
Check the salt taste. add if needed.
Close the cooker and place the whistle.
Allow 2 whistles and simmer it for 2 minutes.
Set aside to cool down. (15 minutes)
Heat the tempering pan with one tbsp ghee.
Add cashews and fry until golden brown.
Transfer the cooked millet Pongal and fold gently.
Pongal is ready to serve hot/warm.
Pongal tastes yummy and it goes very well with coconut chutney and sambar.
We like to have solo with one tsp ghee.

Happy and comfort cooking!

Sunday 3 September 2017

WHEAT DOSAS

Here is the scrumptious breakfast recipe! This is the instant and easy dosas made up with wheat flour.
This dosa is highly recommended for weight loss. These wheat dosas are wonderfully gone well with tomato kuzhmbu.

Preparation time: 5 minutes
Cooking time: 10 minutes
Servings: 2


Ingredients:

Samba wheat flour 250 gms
Water as required
Salt to taste

Procedure:

Mix the wheat flour, salt and four cups of water.
Take care that the batter should be dilute little more than Rice dosa batter.


Heat the iron dosa skillet )rubbed with Bellary onion piece. ( to make the dosa non-sticky and delicious)
Pour one ladle of batter in the centre of the skillet and spread the batter as a thin and circular motion.


Let the flame be in the medium.
Wait for a while until the dosa cooked with air holes around.
Drizzle half a spoon of pea nut oil around the sides of the dosa.


Take the dosa using a spatula and flip over the other side.
Take out the dosa and collect in a dry plate.



Now the crispy and thin wheat dosas are ready to have. 

Enjoy with tomato chutney/coconut chutney/tomato kuzhambu!
We like to have with tomato kuzhambu. 





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