As Diwali approaches, it’s time to infuse health into your festive feast. Explore the wholesome goodness of millets with these delectable recipes, specially crafted by Godrej Appliances. From the richness of Millet Halwa to the guilt-free indulgence of Ragi Oats Laddoo, these microwave-friendly treats promise not only a celebration of flavors but also a Diwali that aligns with your wellness goals.
Delightful Diwali Recipes: A Feast of Tradition and Health
This Diwali, break away from the conventional and embrace the fusion of tradition and health. Godrej Appliances brings you a collection of microwave recipes that redefine your festive indulgence. Let’s dive into the simplicity and richness of these nutrient-packed millet recipes.
MILLET KHEER: A Symphony of Flavor and Health
Ingredients:
- 1 cup Kodo/Barnyard millet
- 4 cups Milk
- ½ cup Sugar
- 1½ tbsp Ghee
- 1 tbsp Charoli
- 1 tbsp Chopped cashews
- 1 tbsp Chopped Almonds
- 1 tsp Chopped Pistachios
- A pinch Cardamom powder
- A pinch Nutmeg powder
- Few Saffron strands
Method of Preparation:
Step 1: Roasting the Nuts
- Add ½ tbsp of ghee in a microwave oven-safe glass bowl.
- Add charoli, cashews, and almonds. Mix well.
- Select the micro mode, set the time for 1½ minutes, and press start to roast. (Stir twice in between).
- Collect all the roasted ingredients in a bowl and set aside.
Step 2: Roasting the Millet
- Add 1 tbsp of ghee in the same glass bowl.
- Add Kodo/Barnyard millet, mix well, and roast for 2 minutes. (Stir twice in between).
Step 3: Cooking the Millet
- After the beep, remove and add milk and sugar.
- Mix well and cook for 10 minutes.
Step 4: Flavor Infusion
- Add cardamom powder and nutmeg powder.
- Mix well and cook again for 2 minutes.
- Garnish with saffron strands. Serve hot.
Preparation Time: 10 Minutes | Cooking Time: 10 Minutes
Experience the Delightful Fusion of Tradition and Health with Millet Kheer!
MILLET HALWA: A Blissful Symphony of Sweetness and Health
Ingredients:
- 1 cup Barnyard millet
- 2 cups Water
- 1 cup Grated jaggery
- 2 tbsp Ghee
- ¼ cup Almonds
- 1 tbsp Raisins
- A pinch Cardamom powder
Method of Preparation:
Step 1: Roasting the Dry Fruits
- Take a microwave oven-safe wide glass bowl.
- Add 1 tbsp of ghee, cashew, and raisins. Mix well.
- Roast for 2 minutes in micro mode (Stir twice in between).
- Collect the roasted dry fruits in another bowl and set aside.
Step 2: Cooking the Millet
- In the same glass bowl, add barnyard millet.
- Mix well and cook for 2 minutes.
- Remove the bowl and add water. Mix well and cook for 7 minutes.
Step 3: Sweet Indulgence
- After the beep, remove and add grated jaggery.
- Mix well and cook again for 6 minutes.
- Garnish with almonds, raisins, and cardamom powder. Serve hot.
Preparation Time: 10 Minutes | Cooking Time: 15 Minutes
Delight Your Taste Buds with the Richness of Millet Halwa!
RAGI OATS LADDOO: A Healthy Fusion of Goodness and Taste
Ingredients:
- 1 cup Roasted oats
- 2 tbsp Roasted pumpkin seeds
- 2 tbsp Roasted watermelon seeds
- 2 tbsp Chia seeds Powder
- 3 Green cardamom
- 1 cup Seedless dates
- ½ cup Milk
- 2 tbsp Ghee
- Few Roasted cashew nuts
- 1 cup Roasted ragi flour
- ½ cup Honey
For Coating:
- 2 tbsp Roasted sesame seeds
- 2 tbsp Roasted grated coconut
Method of Preparation:
Step 1: Nutrient-Rich Powder
- Take a mixer jar, add oats, pumpkin seeds, watermelon seeds, chia powder, and cardamom.
- Blend into a smooth powder. Set aside.
Step 2: Date Paste
- In the same mixer jar, add dates and milk.
- Blend into a paste.
Step 3: Creating the Mix
- Take a microwave oven-safe bowl.
- Add ghee, ragi flour, oats powder, dates paste, and honey.
- Mix well and cook for 2 to 3 minutes (Stir twice in between).
Step 4: Shaping the Laddoos
- Set the mixture aside to cool.
- Roll into laddoos.
- Coat with sesame seeds and coconut. Serve.
Preparation Time: 5 Minutes | Cooking Time: 10 Minutes
Indulge in the Wholesome Goodness of Ragi Oats Laddoo!
MILLET BARFI: A Delightful Fusion of Tradition and Health
Ingredients:
- 1½ cup Roasted pearl millet (bajra) flour
- 1 cup Jaggery powder
- 1 cup Sesame seeds powder
- ½ cup Sesame seeds
- 3 tbsp Melted ghee
- A pinch Cardamom powder
- 3 tbsp Water
Method of Preparation:
Step 1: Jaggery Infusion
- Take a microwave oven-safe glass bowl.
- Add water and jaggery powder.
- Mix well and cook for 2 minutes (Stir twice in between).
Step 2: Forming the Base
- After the beep, remove and add ghee and millet flour.
- Mix well and cook for 3 minutes.
- Stir continuously to combine jaggery and millet flour.
Step 3: Adding Sesame Goodness
- Add the sesame seeds powder, sesame seeds, and cardamom powder.
- Mix well and cook again for 2 minutes.
Step 4: Shaping the Barfi
- Add this mixture to a lightly greased square plate and spread it.
- Set it aside to cool.
- Cut it into squares and serve.
Preparation Time: 5 Minutes | Cooking Time: 10 Minutes
Indulge in the Blissful Combination of Millet Barfi!
MILLET CHIVDA: A Crunchy Delight for Your Diwali Celebrations
Ingredients:
- 3 cups Foxtail millet flakes
- ¼ cup Moong dal
- ½ cup Peanuts
- 2 tbsp Oil
- 1 tsp Mustard seeds
- 2 tsp Chopped green chillies
- Few Curry leaves
- Few Cashew nuts
- ¼ cup Pumpkin seeds
- ¼ tsp Turmeric powder
- 1 tsp Red Chilli powder
- Few Raisins
- 1 tbsp Sugar
- Salt to taste
Method of Preparation:
Step 1: Flavor Infusion
- Take oil in a microwave oven-safe glass bowl.
- Add curry leaves, mustard, green chili, moong dal, and peanuts.
- Mix well and cook for 3 minutes in micro mode.
Step 2: Adding Nutty Goodness
- After the beep, remove and add pumpkin seeds, cashew, turmeric powder, red chili powder.
- Mix well and cook for 2 minutes.
Step 3: The Final Crunch
- Add millet flakes, raisins, sugar, salt.
- Mix well and cook again for 4 minutes.
- Serve warm.
Preparation Time: 5 Minutes | Cooking Time: 10 Minutes
Savor the Irresistible Crunch of Millet Chivda This Diwali!
MILLET SHAKKAR PARA: A Sweet Symphony of Sorghum Goodness
Ingredients:
- 1 cup Sorghum (Jowar) flour
- ½ cup Roasted rava powder
- 1 cup Ghee
- ½ cup Cream (Malai)
- 1 ½ cup Powdered Sugar
- ½ cup Milk
- 1/8 tsp Cardamom powder
- 1 tbsp Sesame seeds
Method of Preparation:
Step 1: Creating the Dough
- In a bowl, add powdered sugar, ghee, cream, milk, roasted rawa, and sorghum flour.
- Mix well and set it aside for 30 minutes.
Step 2: Shaping the Sweetness
- Make two small balls of dough.
- Roll a puri (round) of 1 cm thickness.
- Cut shakkarparas of 2 cm diameter.
Step 3: Baking Brilliance
- Preheat the oven to 200⁰C for 4 minutes.
- Arrange all the shakkarparas on a crusty plate, place it on the grill mesh rack, and keep it in the preheated oven.
- Select convection mode at 200⁰C, set the timer for 14 minutes, and press start (Turn once in between).
Step 4: Sweet Completion
- After the beep, remove and set it to cool.
- Store them in an airtight container.
Preparation Time: 10 Minutes | Cooking Time: 15 Minutes
Indulge in the Heavenly Taste of Millet Shakkar Para This Diwali!
