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Exploring the World of Plant-Based Milk: Benefits and Varieties
Post Views: 448 Plant-based milk has gained significant popularity as more people seek healthier and more sustainable dietary options. These non-dairy alternatives are suitable for vegans and those with lactose intolerance and offer a range of nutritional benefits. Let’s explore the various types of plant-based milks and understand their unique advantages. Types of Plant-Based Milk and Their Benefits: 1. Almond Milk Benefits: Uses: Almond milk is versatile and can be used in smoothies, cereals, coffee, and baking. 2. Soy Milk Benefits: Uses: Soy milk is commonly used in cooking, baking, and beverages, providing a creamy texture and mild flavour. 3. Oat Milk Benefits: Uses: Oat milk is perfect for lattes,…
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Diet and Nutrition-teens, Nutrition Kids, Nutrition Pregnancy, Nutrition Toddlers, Nutrition, Nutrition-mom
All About Dairy: Exploring Different Milk Types In India
Post Views: 720 When it comes to milk, the most common image that comes to mind is a glass of cow’s milk. However, India is a country with a rich dairy heritage, offering a wide variety of milk types, each with unique characteristics and nutritional profiles. From buffalo milk to goat milk, camel milk to sheep milk, and even plant-based alternatives like almond milk and oat milk, the options are wide-ranging. The choice of milk depends on factors like personal preference, dietary restrictions, and nutritional needs. Understanding these different types of milk can help individuals make informed choices based on their dietary needs and preferences. Here’s a comprehensive guide to…
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Buckwheat Pancake Recipe: Delicious and Healthy Snack
Post Views: 779 It’s wonderful to make delicious and nutritious pancakes without traditional ingredients like flour and eggs. Buckwheat flour is a great choice for making such pancakes, as it’s naturally gluten-free and has a nutty flavour. Buckwheat is considered a pseudo-millet, and therefore this Buckwheat pancake would not qualify, technically, as a millet recipe These Buckwheat and banana pancakes are a delicious and nutritious breakfast option for those following a vegan or plant-based diet. Here’s a simple recipe to make these pancakes: Ingredients for Buckwheat Pancake: Method: Expert tips: Stir batter lightly and quickly with a whisk until smooth: Mixing the batter gently and quickly ensures that the pancakes…
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Quick and Easy Proso Millet Upma Recipe
Post Views: 828 Upma is a traditional South Indian breakfast recipe that is usually prepared with semolina or coarse rice flour. Let’s give this age-old recipe a twist by replacing semolina with Proso millet. Proso millet, also known as Chena in Hindi or broomcorn millet, is a nutritious and versatile grain that can be used in various recipes such as upma, porridge, pilaf, and even as a substitute for rice in dosa and idli. It is a good source of essential nutrients, including carbohydrates, dietary fibre, protein, vitamins (particularly B vitamins), and minerals such as magnesium, phosphorus, and iron. Let’s begin with a simple recipe for Proso Millet Upma: Ingredients:…
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Delicious Rajgira Paratha Recipe: A Nutritious Twist to Your Meal
Rajgira paratha recipe is a traditional Indian recipe made using Rajgira flour. Learn how to make Rajgira paratha with step-by-step instructions and photos here
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Cooking Millets – Master The Art of Nutritious Meals!
Unlock the secrets of cooking millets and create delicious, nutritious meals at home! Read on to master the art of cooking gluten-free rice substitutes.
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Khao Suey with Millets
Post Views: 735 Vegetable Khao Suey is a Burmese recipe. Here, we have replaced the refined flour noodles with Jowar (Sorghum millet) noodles. To know the benefits of Jowar millet click here. You can also use any other millet noodles like Finger millet or Kodo millet noodles. Ingredients To be made into paste: For the curry: To garnish How to Make Vegetarian Khao Suey Heat sufficient water in a deep non-stick pan. Add Jowar or millet noodles and boil for 2-3 minutes. Drain and transfer into a bowl. Grind together all ingredients under the paste section. Heat oil in a non-stick pan. Add ground paste and saute well. Add gram…
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Jowar Risotto Recipe – Healthy One-Pot Meal
Post Views: 953 Risotto is a traditional Italian rice dish cooked with broth derived from meat, fish or vegetable. Here is a healthy Indian twist to the risotto by replacing arborio rice with jowar or sorghum and adding a variety of vegetables making it an extremely delicious and nutritious dish. This Jowar Risotto is a one-pot meal that is easy to make and wholesome for all to relish and enjoy. Why Jowar instead of rice? Check the health benefits of Jowar/Sorghum here. Serving Size: 4 Ingredients for Jowar Risotto: 120 grams Jowar2 teaspoon Olive oil1 teaspoon Butter1 cup chopped Bell peppers (green, yellow, red)1 cup Brocolli5-6 Baby corn1/2 cup Carrots100 ml Milk ( low-fat or plant-based)1-2 teaspoons Cheese (optional)Salt (as per taste)7-8…
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Vegetable Millet Appam Recipe
Post Views: 695 Vegetable Millet Appam is an easy-to-make, delicious, and healthy recipe. I have used different types of Millet flours and lots of vegetables to make it healthy and tasty. It serves as a perfect breakfast recipe or as a quick evening snack when you are craving some warm good food. When you have unannounced guests at home and want to make something quick but healthy and of course delicious, this vegetable millet appam recipe can save your day. Millet Appam Recipe The ingredients used are basic and are easily available in your kitchen. You can also experiment with the ingredients as per your taste and liking. Ingredients: Spices…
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Little Millet Upma
Post Views: 974 Little millet upma is a quick, easy-to-make, healthy, and delicious recipe. This millet contains a lot of nutritional benefits and adds a healthy variant to everyday cuisine. Also known as Samai in Tamil, Little millet, is rich in fiber and contains many minerals. This millet upma can be made quickly for breakfast or dinner. An endless number of variations can be done by adding different colourful vegetables to this recipe and making it more nutritious. Ingredients: To Temper Method: Wash the Little millets well and soak them in water for 15 to 30 minutes. Keep this aside. Add oil, mustard, cumin, and urad dal in a thick…
