Little millet pongal — 1 of 3 easy little millet recipes series

Little Millet Pongal offers a healthy and tasty spin on the classic South Indian meal combining the soothing nature of Pongal with the many health perks of little millet. People love Pongal cooked with rice and split yellow lentils, for its simple and down-to-earth flavor. But swapping rice for little millet turns this dish into a healthier more nourishing choice without losing its smooth texture and savory taste.

Health benefits of Little millet:

Little millet, a small but powerful grain, has lots of fiber, antioxidants, and key minerals like phosphorus and magnesium. It helps with digestion, keeps blood sugar steady, and boosts heart health, so it’s a good pick if you want to eat more whole grains. It doesn’t have gluten, which makes it great for people who can’t handle gluten or just want something easier to digest. Little millet releases its carbs giving you energy that lasts. This makes it perfect for active people and those watching their weight or dealing with diabetes.

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In contrast to regular Pongal made with rice, Little Millet Pongal has fewer calories and more dietary fiber and protein. This makes it a tasty comfort food and a nutritious well-rounded meal. Little millet’s light nutty taste goes well with the strong smell of spiced seasoning and the smooth texture of cooked lentils. You can eat this dish for breakfast or lunch. It’s a great mix of flavor and health benefits that could become a key part of your balanced diet.

Ingredients

• 1 cup little millet
• 2 cups water
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon ghee
• 2 tablespoons cashew nuts
• 2 tablespoons raisins
• 2 tablespoons grated coconut
• 2 green chillies, finely chopped
• 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon asafoetida
• 1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 2 tablespoons chopped coriander leaves

Instructions

1. Rinse the little millet until the water runs clear and set aside.
2. Heat 1 tablespoon of ghee in a pressure cooker and add the cashew nuts and raisins. Fry for a few seconds until golden brown.
3. Add the chopped green chillies, cumin seeds, black pepper, asafoetida, and turmeric powder. Fry for a few seconds until fragrant.
4. Add the little millet and fry for a few seconds.
5. Add the 2 cups of water and salt and stir.
6. Close the pressure cooker and cook on high heat for 1 whistle. 7. Reduce the heat to low and cook for 10 minutes.
7. Turn off the heat and let the pressure release naturally.
8. Fluff the pongal with a fork and add the grated coconut, coriander leaves, and ghee.
9. Serve hot with a dollop of ghee.

In case this recipe made you feel like eating it, but you don’t have enough time or not ready to prepare it, try our instant ready to cook GramiSuperfood Pongal, which can be prepared under 5 minutes and is as fresh and natural as the recipe and delicious as ever.

Also read: Foxtail millet cutlet recipe

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