Hello, dear readers! Welcome to another edition of my blog, where I share with you some of the best tips and tricks to make your breakfast healthy and delicious. Today, I am going to talk about a very interesting topic: millet-based idli products.
You might be wondering, what are millet-based idli products? Well, they are basically idlis made with different types of millets instead of rice. Millets are small-seeded grains that are rich in protein, fiber, minerals, and antioxidants. They have many health benefits, such as lowering blood sugar levels, cholesterol levels, and blood pressure, improving digestion, boosting immunity, and preventing anemia.
Millet-based idli products are not only nutritious but also tasty and easy to make. You can use various kinds of millets, such as jowar, bajra, kodo millet, foxtail millet, and little millet, to make different flavors and textures of idlis. You can also mix them with other ingredients, such as vegetables, spices, herbs, and nuts, to enhance their taste and nutrition.
To make millet-based idli products, you need to follow some simple steps:
Making millet-based idlis at home is easy and requires only a few ingredients. Here's how you can make them:
Ingredients:
- 1 cup millet (any variety)
- 1/2 cup urad dal
- Salt to taste
Method:
- Rinse the millet and urad dal separately and soak them in water for at least 4 hours.
- Drain the water and grind the urad dal in a mixer or grinder until smooth and fluffy. Transfer the urad dal batter to a large mixing bowl.
- Grind the millet into a fine batter and transfer it to the mixing bowl.
- Mix the two batters together and add salt. Mix well until the batter is smooth and well combined.
- Allow the batter to ferment overnight or for 6-8 hours. The fermentation process will make the batter rise and increase its volume.
- Grease the idli plates with oil or ghee and pour the batter into each of the molds.
- Steam the idlis for 10-15 minutes or until they are cooked through.
- Serve hot with coconut chutney, sambar, or any other accompaniment of your choice.
You can also use ready-to-cook or ready-to-eat millet-based idli products that are available in the market. iD Fresh Food, Soulfull, 24 Mantra Organic, EcoFarms etc., are some popular brands that offer millet-based idli products. These products are made from a combination of millets and other grains such as urad dal, rice, and semolina. They are easy to make and are available in different varieties such as Ragi Idli, Little Millet Idli, and Foxtail Millet Idli. These products are made with pure unadulterated millet flour and have no preservatives or artificial colors. They are convenient and time-saving options for busy mornings.
iD Fresh Food: iD Fresh Food offers a range of millet-based idli products such as Ragi Idli, Little Millet Idli, and Foxtail Millet Idli. Their products are made using 100% natural ingredients and are free from preservatives and artificial flavors.
Soulfull: Soulfull offers a range of millet-based breakfast products, including Millet Idli Mix, Ragi Idli Mix, and Quinoa Idli Mix. Their products are made using natural ingredients and are free from preservatives and artificial colors.
24 Mantra Organic: 24 Mantra Organic offers a range of organic millet-based products, including Little Millet Idli Mix and Kodo Millet Idli Mix. Their products are made using organic ingredients and are free from pesticides and chemicals.
EcoFarms: EcoFarms offers a range of millet-based idli products such as Foxtail Millet Idli Mix and Little Millet Idli Mix. Their products are made using natural ingredients and are free from preservatives and artificial colors.
Tru Millets: They offer a variety of instant mixes for making millet-based idlis, dosas, pongal, upma, bisibelebath, and more. They also have ready-to-eat snacks made with millets.
Vasena Poli: They are a famous roadside stall in Visakhapatnam that serves idlis made with eight types of millets wrapped in a special type of leaf. They have a unique taste and aroma that attracts many customers.
Millet Magic: They provide a range of packaged foods made with millets, such as dosa & idli premixes, waffle & pancake premixes, noodles, pasta, vermicelli, porridge/daliya, multigrain flour, protein bars, and other bakery mixes.
So, what are you waiting for? Try out these amazing millet-based idli products and give a healthy twist to your breakfast. You will not only enjoy their taste but also reap their health benefits. Let us know your feedback and suggestions in the comments section below. Stay tuned for more such interesting posts on our blog. Thank you for reading!
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