LITTLE MILLET/ SAMAI UPMA

 

Samai, or little millet, is a gluten-free grain rich in fiber, iron, and B vitamins, aiding digestion and boosting energy.
It helps regulate blood sugar levels, supports heart health, and is ideal for weight management.
Being easy to digest, it's suitable for all age groups, including children and the elderly.
Samai can be used to prepare a variety of dishes like upma, pongal, khichdi, and pulao.
It also works well in making dosas, idlis, and even millet-based desserts like kheer.
Including samai in regular meals promotes overall wellness and supports a healthy lifestyle.

 

 

 

 

 

 INGREDIENTS :

 

LITTLE MILLET- 1 CUP

WATER- 3 CUPS

OIL- 1 TBSP

MUSTARD- 3/4 TSP

CUMIN SEEDS-3/4 TSP

GRAM DAL- 3/4 TSP

CURRY LEAVES- 2 SPRIGS

TOMATOES- 2 NOS

ONION- 2 NOS

GREEN CHILLIES- 2 NOS

ONIONS- 2 NOS 

GINGER CHOPPED- 1/2 TSP

COCONUT GRATINGS--1 TBSP

 

PROCEDURE 

 

1. Soak little millet in water for thirty minutes .This reduces the cooking time as the millet soften.

 

2.In a pan add 3 cups of water along with salt and boil till it roll boils.

 

3.In another pan add oil,splutter mustard,gram dal,onion,salt and fry till the onions turn translucent.

 

4.  Now add in chopped tomatoes,chopped green chillies,chopped ginger,curry leaves and saute well.

 

5.Drain the water from millet after thirty minutes and keep it aside.

 

6. Pour boiling water over sauteed ingredients and switch on the stove.Now slowly add the millet and keep the lid closed and allow it to cook.

 

7.Open the lid and stir in between and add coconut gratings.When it is completely cooked,switch off the stove and garnish with chopped coriander leaves .