Millets are a healthy and gluten-free grain that’s gaining a lot of attention. They are packed with nutrients, easy to digest, and can be used to make many delicious dishes. If you’re short on time but want wholesome meals, millet-based instant mixes are the perfect solution!
Here are five super easy and tasty millet-based recipes to make your meals wholesome and stress-free.
1. Ragi Mug Cake Recipe -
Recipe by : Rinki Sah, Instagram Id - thetreat.rinkisah
Ragi Mug Cake is a nutritious, gluten-free treat packed with iron, calcium, and fiber. Quick and easy to make, it’s a perfect guilt-free snack or dessert, offering a healthy alternative to traditional cakes.
Ingredients:
- Ragi flour: 4 tsp
- Jaggery powder: 2 tsp
- Cocoa powder: 2 tsp
- Baking soda: 1/4 tsp
- A pinch of salt
- Oil: 2 tsp
- Milk: 1/4 cup
- Dark chocolate (optional, for topping)
Cooking Instructions:
- Combine all the ingredients in a microwave-safe mug or small bowl. Mix well until smooth.
- Bake in a preheated oven or steam for 18–20 minutes until cooked.
- Optional: Add a piece of dark chocolate on top for extra indulgence.
- Let it cool slightly, then dig in and enjoy your guilt-free treat!
- Why it’s great: This ragi mug cake is not only quick to make but also a nutritious treat that satisfies your kids' sweet cravings without any guilt.
Added Tips:
- Add nuts or seeds for an extra crunch and additional nutrients.
- Sweeten with natural sweeteners like honey or maple syrup for a healthier alternative to refined sugar.
- Include a pinch of cinnamon for added flavor and metabolism-boosting benefits.
2. Jowar Rava Kesari Recipe
Recipe by : Ruksana Riyas, Insta Id - sana_riya_123
Jowar Rava Kesari is a healthy twist on the classic South Indian dessert, made with nutrient-rich jowar (sorghum) rava. It’s perfect for those looking for a nutritious dessert or snack, and can be easily prepared for special occasions or daily indulgence.
Ingredients:
- Jowar rava: 1/2 cup
- Cashew nuts: A handful
- Raisins: A handful
- Ghee: 3 tbsp
- Kesari powder: A pinch
- Cloves (optional): 2
- Sugar: 1 cup
Instructions:
- Heat 1 tbsp of ghee in a pan. Add jowar rava and fry until it turns light pink. Remove and set aside.
- Add 2 cups of water to the pan and mix in the Kesari powder. Bring it to a boil.
- Gradually add the fried rava to the boiling water, stirring continuously to avoid lumps. Cook for 5–10 minutes until the rava is soft and fully cooked.
- Stir in the sugar and mix well until it dissolves.
- Add the remaining ghee and cook until the mixture leaves the sides of the pan.
- In a small pan, heat 1 tsp of ghee. Fry the cashew nuts and raisins until golden.
- Sprinkle the fried nuts and raisins over the kesari and serve warm.
Why it’s great: This delicious dessert is not only gluten-free but also packed with the goodness of jowar and ghee, making it a wholesome treat.
Added Tips:
- Use natural sweeteners like jaggery or honey for a healthier option.
- Add nuts like cashews or almonds for added crunch and nutrition.
- Spice it up with cardamom or saffron for enhanced flavor and aroma.
3. Mixed Millet Flour Barfi
Recipe by : Suman, Instagram ID: suman_7861
Mixed Millet Flour Barfi is a nutritious, gluten-free sweet made with a blend of millets, offering a healthier alternative to traditional barfi. Packed with fiber, protein, and essential nutrients, it’s a wholesome treat perfect for festivals.
Ingredients:
- Mixed Millet Flour: 1 cup
- Grated Coconut: 3/4 cups
- Jaggery syrup: 1/2 cup
- Mixed nuts (Almonds, Pistachios, Cashews): 1/4cup
- Cardamom Powder: 1 tea spoon
- A pinch of salt
Cooking Instructions:
- Heat ghee in a pan and roast the mix millet flour on low heat until golden and aromatic.
- Add grated coconut and saute for 2 to 3 minutes.
- Slowly pour in the jaggery syrup and mix well, ensuring there are no lumps.
- Stir in the cardamom powder, a pinch of salt and mixed nuts.
- Cook the mixture on low heat until it thickens and starts leaving the sides off the pan.
- Pour it into a greased tray and let it cool.
- Once set, cut into square pieces and serve.
A healthy take on traditional barfi with the goodness of millets is ready.
Why it’s great: This barfi combines the natural sweetness of jaggery and the nutrition of mixed millets, making it a guilt-free indulgence.
4. Millet Mysore Pak
Recipe by : lilyrosetofu, Instagram ID: lilyrosetofu
Millet Mysore Pak is a healthy, gluten-free twist on the classic Indian dessert, made with nutritious millets. Enjoy a delicious, nutritious dessert with every bite!
Ingredients:
- Jowar rava: 1 cup
- Little millet: 1/2 cup
- Sprouted ragi flour: 1/2 cup
- Mix millet flour: 1/2 cup
- Ghee: 1/4 cup
- Honey: 1/4 cup
- Coconut oil: 1/4 cup
- Cardamom powder: 1/2 teaspoon
- Saffron threads: 1/4 teaspoon
- Chopped nuts (optional)
Cooking Instructions:
- Roast jowar rava, little millet, and mix millet flour separately until fragrant.
- In a pan, heat ghee, honey, and coconut oil.
- Add sprouted ragi flour, roasted millet flours, and cardamom powder.
- Stir until mixture thickens.
- Add saffron threads and chopped nuts.
- Pour into a greased plate, let set.
- Cut into desired shapes.
Enjoy your nutritious and delicious Millet Mysore Pak.
Tips:
- Use a mix of millets for added nutrition.
- Adjust sweetness to taste.
- Add dried fruits or chocolate chips for extra flavor.
Why it’s great: This millet mysore pak is a healthier alternative to the traditional version, giving you all the taste without the guilt.
5. Ragi Oats Sukhdi
Recipe by : Smita, Instagram ID: tanna_smita
Ragi Oats Sukhdi is a wholesome, gluten-free dessert combining the goodness of ragi and oats. Loaded with fiber, iron, and essential nutrients, it’s the perfect guilt-free treat to satisfy your sweet cravings while boosting energy.
Ingredients:
- 150g Ragi flour
- 100g roasted oats powder
- 100g wheat flour
- 250g jaggery (organic)
- 400g desi ghee
- 50g chopped almonds
- 50g chopped pistachios
- 50g roasted gum
- 1 tsp ginger powder
- 1 tsp ganthoda powder
- Chopped dry fruits for garnish
Cooking Instructions:
- Roast oats in a pan with 1 tsp ghee until fragrant. Let cool and grind into powder.
- In a pan, heat ghee and sauté ragi flour and wheat flour for 10 minutes.
- Add oats powder, roasted gum, chopped nuts, ginger powder, and ganthoda powder. Mix well.
- Add jaggery and mix until combined.
- Remove from heat, add chopped dry fruits, and mix.
- Grease a plate with ghee, pour the mixture, and let cool.
- Cut into the desired shape and serve.
Why it’s great: This Ragi Oats Sukhdi is a wholesome, nutrient-packed sweet that's perfect for any occasion and offers the health benefits of both ragi and oats.
Tips:
- Store sukhdi in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks.
- Serve as a snack or dessert.
- Enjoy your nutritious and delicious Ragi Oats Sukhdi!
Conclusion: Incorporating millet into your diet is a delicious and nutritious way to embrace a gluten-free lifestyle. With these five millet-based recipes, you can enjoy wholesome meals that are not only rich in fiber, vitamins, and minerals but also naturally free from gluten. Whether you're looking for a hearty breakfast, a savory snack, or a filling meal, millet provides versatile options to suit every taste and preference. Try these recipes today and discover how easy it is to nourish your body with the power of millet for a healthier, gluten-free diet.
Our range of ready-to-cook millet-based products makes it easier than ever to create healthy, gluten-free meals at home. With options like Sprouted Ragi Porridge Mix, Mixed Millet Flour, Little Millet Flour, and White Jowar Rava, you can effortlessly prepare a variety of nutritious dishes
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