Kodo Millet Upma Ravva (Arike Upma Ravva)
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₹75.00 – ₹150.00
Kodo Millet is rich in protein, fiber and minerals and vitamins. Millet’s Kodo Millet Upma Rava is easy to cook without compromising your taste buds. So start your day with a healthy and hearty meal. They provide great energy with negligible number of calories.
Product Description
Kodo Millet Upma Ravva is a nutritious, versatile ingredient made from kodo millet (Paspalum scrobiculatum), which is a small, whole grain known for its high fiber, protein, and mineral content. This upma ravva is essentially kodo millet processed into a granular form, similar to semolina, which can be used as a base for preparing a variety of savory dishes.
Description:
Kodo Millet Upma Ravva is a healthful alternative to traditional semolina. Made from whole kodo millet grains, it retains more nutrients and fiber. Its fine texture makes it ideal for preparing upma, a popular South Indian breakfast dish. The ravva can also be used in various recipes such as porridges, upmas, and even as a base for savory and sweet dishes.
Benefits:
- High in Nutrients: Rich in fiber, protein, and essential minerals like iron, calcium, and magnesium.
- Low Glycemic Index: Helps in maintaining steady blood sugar levels, making it a good choice for diabetics.
- Digestive Health: The high fiber content aids in digestion and promotes a healthy gut.
- Gluten-Free: Suitable for those with gluten sensitivities or celiac disease.
Recipes
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Foxtail Millet Upma
Instructions
How to make kodo Upma Recipe Prep and Roast Rava Soak the kodo upma ravva for 2 to 3 hours 1. Prep the ingredients first to make upma recipe. Take 1 cup rava (fine variety) and set it aside. Next gather the aromatics, lentils, nuts, spices and herbs ready. You will need: ⅓ cup finely chopped onions 1 teaspoon chopped green chillies 1 teaspoon finely chopped ginger 2 tablespoons coriander leaves (cilantro) 8 to 10 curry leaves 10 to 12 cashews 1 teaspoon chana dal (hulled and split bengal gram) 1 teaspoon urad dal (hulled and split black gram) ingredients prepped for upma recipe 2. Heat a pan or kadai first. Add 1 cup rava or cream of wheat (fine variety). rava added to a frying pan 3. Begin to roast the rava. Stir often while roasting the rava. roasting rava for upma recipe 4. The rava or sooji grains should become fragrant and start to look dry, separate and crisp. Don’t brown the rava. rava roasted well 5. Once the rava becomes fragrant and starts to look dry and crisp, switch off the flame and put the roasted rava on a plate and set aside. roasted rava set aside in a plate to make upma recipe Fry and Sauté Spices, Nuts & Aromatics 6. In a pan, heat 2 tablespoons ghee (clarified butter) or oil. You could use sunflower oil or peanut oil or safflower oil or any neutral tasting oil. heating ghee in a frying pan 7. Lower the heat. Add 1 teaspoon mustard seeds. When you hear the crackling sound of mustard seeds, it means they are getting fried. mustard seeds added 8. Now add the following ingredients: ½ teaspoon cumin seeds 1 teaspoon chana dal (husked and split bengal gram) 1 teaspoon urad dal (husked and split black gram) cumin seeds and lentils added 9. Stirring often fry until the chana dal and urad dal begin to brown a bit. frying lentils to make upma recipe 10. Immediately add 10 to 12 cashews and begin to fry on a low to medium-low heat. cashews added 11. By the time the cashews get golden the dals should also be golden. cashews fried till golden for making upma recipe 12. Now add the ⅓ cup of finely chopped onions. finely chopped onions added 13. Sauté the onions until they soften and become translucent on a low to medium-low heat. onions have softened 14. Then add 1 teaspoon chopped green chillies, 1 teaspoon chopped ginger and 8 to 10 curry leaves. You can also add 1 dried red chilli (halved and with seeds removed) at this step. ginger, green chillies and curry leaves added 15. Mix well and sauté for a few seconds.
Vegetable Kodo Millet Upma
Ingredients
- 1 cup kodo millet rava
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1-2 green chilies, slit
- 1 tsp mustard seeds
- 1 tsp urad dal
- 1 tsp chana dal
- 1-2 dried red chilies
- A few curry leaves
- 1-inch piece of ginger, finely chopped
- 2-3 tbsp oil or ghee
- 2 1/2 cups water
- Salt to taste
- A pinch of asafoetida (hing)
- 1/4 cup grated coconut (optional)
- Fresh coriander leaves for garnish
- Lemon juice to taste
- 1/2 cup mixed vegetables (carrots, peas, beans, etc.)
Instructions
Dry Roast Kodo Millet Rava: In a dry pan, roast the kodo millet rava on medium heat until it turns slightly golden and gives a nutty aroma. Keep it aside. Temper Spices: In a large pan, heat oil or ghee. Add mustard seeds and let them splutter. Add urad dal, chana dal, dried red chilies, and curry leaves. Sauté until the dals turn golden brown. Sauté Aromatics: Add chopped onions, green chilies, and ginger. Sauté until the onions turn translucent. Add Vegetables: Add the mixed vegetables and sauté for a couple of minutes. Add Water and Boil: Add water, salt, and a pinch of asafoetida to the pan. Bring the water to a boil. Cook the Upma: Slowly add the roasted kodo millet rava to the boiling water, stirring continuously to avoid lumps. Reduce the heat to low and cover the pan. Let it cook for about 8-10 minutes or until the millet and vegetables are cooked and the water is absorbed. Finish Upma: If using, add grated coconut and mix well. Turn off the heat. Add lemon juice and mix. Garnish and Serve: Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and serve hot with chutney or sambar. Enjoy your healthy and tasty kodo millet upma!
Additional information
| Weight | 500gms, 1kg |
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