Pearl Millet 2lbs

Pearl Millet is one of the widely grown types of millet. Indus Foods USA directly sources its Pearl Millet from the farmers of South India. Pearl Millet is gluten-free and vegan-friendly.

Health Benefits

• Rich in fiber, micronutrients, vitamins, and amino acids.
• Beneficial for diabetic diet, heart health, gluten intolerance relieves constipation, celiac disease and supports bone health.
• Widely preferred in the meal of babies and pregnant women for its nutritious value.

Different Ways to Cook

Stove top:

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 flam
3. Reduce flame and cook for 8 minutes for pre-soaked (10-13 minutes for not soaked)
4. Switch off 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, 1 tsp of oil to the instant pot
2. Close lid and set valve to 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, 1 tsp of oil to the pressure cooker
2. Close lid and let it for 1 to 2 whistles for pre-soaked millets (2-3 whistles for not soaked millets)
3. Allow steam to naturally release. 
4. Fluff it up with a fork and enjoy!

Sides with

Pearl Millet goes well with Fish curry, Kara Kozhambu, and other similar curries.

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