Barnyard Millet 2lbs

Barnyard millet is an ancient millet crop grown in warm and temperate regions, widely cultivated in India. Indus Foods USA directly sources its Barnyard Millet from the farmers of South India. Barnyard Millet is gluten-free and vegan-friendly.

•  Good source of digestible protein and has less caloric density.
• High dietary fiber and low glycemic index and is highly recommended for diabetes
• Benefits cardiovascular diseases. 

Different Ways to Cook

Stovetop:

Measures:

Pre-soaked Millet - 1: 1.5 (Millet: Water)

Not soaked Millet - 1: 2-2.5 (Millet: Water)

Procedure:

1. Add washed millet and water to a cooking pot
2. Boil for 5 minutes in high flame
3. Reduce flame and cook for 8 minutes for pre-soaked (10-13 minutes for not soaked)
4. Switch off the flame and let it rest for 10 minutes
5. Fluff it up with a fork and enjoy!

Instant Pot:

Measures:

Pre-soaked Millet - 1: 1.25 (Millet: Water)

Not soaked Millet - 1: 1.75 (Millet: Water)

Procedure:

1. Add washed millet, water, and 1 tsp of oil to the instant pot
2. Close lid and set valve to the Sealing position
3. Set HIGH Pressure for 4 minutes for pre-soaked millets (8 minutes for not soaked)
4. Let it to Normal Pressure Release
5. Fluff it up with a fork and enjoy

Pressure Cooker

Measures:

Pre-soaked Millet- 1: 1.25 (Millet: Water)

Not soaked Millet- 1: 1.75 (Millet: Water)

 Procedure:

1. Add washed millet, water, and 1 tsp of oil to the pressure cooker
2. Close the lid and let it for 1 to 2 whistles for pre-soaked millets (2-3 whistles for not soaked millets)
3. Allow the steam to naturally release.
4. Fluff it up with a fork and enjoy! 

Other Dishes:

Kheer, Payasam, Upma, Khichdi, Pulav, Porridge, Idlies, and Dosa are common dishes made with Barnyard Millet.

Sides with

Barnyard millet goes well with Sambar, Kuzhambu, and Rasam, and replaces rice in a variety of rice dishes. It can also be served with Dal, Chole, etc. 

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