Indian Millet Recipes

You will find a list of 12+ best Indian vegetarian millet recipes that are healthy, easy to make, and packed with nutrition. From savory dishes to desserts, millets offer a wide range of possibilities for adding to your diet.

Here, you will find easy and delicious healthy Millets (Siridhanya) Indian recipes, including breakfast, lunch, and snack recipes for your family.

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• What are Millets (Siridhanya)?
• Health Benefits of Millets?
• Types Of Millets
• 12+ Indian Vegetarian Millet Recipes
• Instant Pot Millets
• Little Millet Upma (Samai Upma)
• Little Millet Lemon Rice (Samai Lemon Rice)
• Bajra Khichdi (Pearl Millet Khichdi)
• Foxtail Millet Pongal (Thinai Pongal)
• Millet Curd Rice
• Foxtail Millet Fried Rice
• Foxtail Millet Salad
• Millet Pulao Recipe (Kodo Millet Pulao)
• Ragi Malt (Finger Millet Porridge)
• Ragi Banana Date Smoothie
• Ragi Ambli (Ragi Ganji)
• Ragi Soup (Finger Millet Soup)
• Ragi Makhana Smoothie
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What are Millets (Siridhanya)?

Millets are called Siridhanya in Kannada and are one of the oldest known foods for humans. Millets are Ancient Grains. Mankind has known their nutritional value for centuries. They are naturally gluten–free. Low on carbs and high on fiber. They get digested slowly, giving sustained energy.

Millets are ideal for diabetics looking for an alternative grain to rice. They also help increase the bioavailability of minerals and have strong antioxidant properties. Regular consumption helps in decreasing triglycerides and C-reactive protein.

Health Benefits of Millets?

For humans, they release glucose slowly into the bloodstream, unlike highly processed Rice & wheat, which release it very quickly. Millets are highly nutritious and rich in calcium, protein, fiber, and the list goes on. They are gluten-free, unlike rice and wheat.

1. Prevent diabetes
2. Healthy heart
3. Prevent cancer
4. Anti-aging properties
5. Balance cholesterol level
6. Strengthen bones
7. Assist digestion

Types Of Millets

Grains are classified as Positive, Neutral, and Negative. And the Millet range of grains constitutes Positive and Neutral grains.

Among the Positive Millet Grains, which have dietary fiber from 8 % to 12.5 %, are

English	Hindi	Kannada	Tamil	Telugu
Foxtail Millet	Kakum/Kangni	Navane	Tenai	Korra
Kodo Millet	Kodra	Araka	Varagu	Arikelu
Little Millet	Kutki	Same	Samai	Samulu/Sama
Barnyard Millet	Sanwa	Oodhalu	Kuthiraivaali	Udhalu
Brown Top Millet	Korale

Whereas Neutral Millet Grains, have a little lesser fiber and other nutrients.

English	Hindi	Kannada	Tamil	Telugu
Finger Millet	Nachani	Ragi	Kezhvaragu	Ragula
Proso Millet	Barri	Baragu	Panivaragu	Varigulu
Pearl Millet	Bajra	Sajje	Kanbu	Sajja
Great Millet (Sorghum)	Jowar	Bili jola	Jolam	Jonna

12+ Indian Vegetarian Millet Recipes

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