JOWAR MILLET UPMA
This innovative twist on the classic upma uses jowar millet, a nutrient-dense, gluten-free grain known for its rich fiber content and myriad health benefits, as the star ingredient. Perfect for health-conscious gourmets and those looking to diversify their grain intake, this recipe transforms the humble upma into a nutritional powerhouse
(To use any millet it has to be washed & soaked for 6 to 8 hrs before cooking for better results)
Ingredients
- ½ cup Grainova’s jowar or any millet of your choice (nicely washed & soaked overnight & boiled in 2 cups of water)
- 1 small onion finely chopped
- ¼ cup peas, 1tbsp finely chopped carrots, 1tbsp finely chopped beans or any other veggie of your choice
- 1tbsp boiled or frozen corn
- ½ tsp hing
- 1-2 red chillies dried
- ¼ tsp black mustard seeds
- 1 tbsp roasted & crushed peanuts
- Few curry leaves
- 1tbsp oil
- ½ tsp lemon juice
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Chopped coriander leaves
Method
- Wash the millet grains and soak them in water for 6-8 hours.
- Begin by heating oil in a pan over medium heat. Once hot, add mustard seeds and allow them to splutter.
- Next, incorporate a pinch of asafoetida (hing), followed by curry leaves and dried red chillies, sautéing them briefly to unleash their aromas.
- Add finely chopped onions to the pan, stir-frying them until they become translucent and slightly golden.
- Add vegetables of choice. Stir well and sauté the mixture for a few minutes to blend the flavors. To facilitate the cooking process of the vegetables, add a small amount of water, cover, and let them simmer until they are tender.
- Prepare the jowar millet by rinsing it thoroughly and then add it to the pan. Stir the mixture well to ensure that the millet is evenly distributed amongst the vegetables.
- For added texture and taste, incorporate crushed peanuts into the mix, seasoning it with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
- Finally, enhance the dish with a splash of fresh lemon juice for a hint of acidity.