Little Millet Lemon Rice

Little Millet Lemon Rice

About this recipe

“Little Millet Lemon Rice is a light and flavorful South Indian dish made with wholesome little millet, blended with tangy lemon and aromatic spices, offering a refreshing and nutritious alternative to traditional lemon rice.”

Little Millet Lemon Rice is a healthy millet-based version of the classic South Indian lemon rice, prepared using little millet and traditional tempering ingredients. Light, satisfying, and rich in natural fiber, this dish delivers authentic flavor while supporting a balanced lifestyle. Little millet's naturally low glycemic index makes it a suitable choice for diabetics, supports digestive health, helps maintain cholesterol levels, and contributes to overall wellness.

Ingredients

  1. 1/2 cup little millet
  2. 1 cup water
  3. 1 tsp salt

For the tadka

  1. 1 tbsp oil
  2. 1 tsp mustard seeds
  3. 1 tsp curry leaved
  4. 1/2 tsp hing
  5. 1 tsp turmeric powder
  6. 1/2 tsp urad dal
  7. 1 slit green chilli
  8. 2 dry red chillies
  9. 2 tbsp lemon juice

Instructions

Step 1

Use The Fresh Start Wellness Cafe's Little Millet Rice (Samai Rice) for this recipe.
Wash the little millet and pressure cook for 2 whistles and let it rest for 10 minutes after that before opening lid.
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Step 2

Now heat oil in a pan.
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Step 3

Once hot add all the tadka ingredients and cook till aromatic.
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Step 4

Now mix the tadka to the cooked little millet and mix well.
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Step 5

Serve hot

References-Courtesy Cook pad
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