Millet Urad Dal Porridge Recipe

Millet Urad Dal Porridge is a healthy and tasty porridge which is made with Saamai and urad dal. This is a traditional South Indian breakfast and comfort food which is light on our stomach. It is loaded with nutrients.

This millet porridge is a dish which is easy to digest and perfect for healthy meal option.  This easy porridge recipe is made with garlic, Fenugreek seeds and milk. It gives energy and soothing effect to our body. This Saamai ulundu kanji is also known as little millet dal porridge.

Millet Urad Dal Porridge

Porridge / Kanji takes place atleast once in a week in my house. Normally it will be ulundhu kanji or this wheat ulundu kanji. But I made this porridge yesterday and i loved it so much. Its been a while since i posted any millets recipes and many people has started asking me.

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• About Millet Urad Dal Porridge
• Ingredients
• Step by Step Pictures
• Expert tips
• Variations
• FAQ
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I have already posted millets porridge before and this one is made with only samai. When i had this, I didn't miss my normal rice milk kanji and it tasted so yummy. You can have it with this thoran.

About Millet Urad Dal Porridge

Saamai ulundu kanji is a traditional dish that is often prepared in many homes for its health benefits and easy process. This Saamai kanji is a comforting food for all age group peoples. This recipe only uses simple ingredients by it creates a warm and tasty dish. This porridge is a great option for people who are recovering from illness. It feels gentle on stomach and gives energy.

Saamai ulundu kanji is good for stomach. The texture of this kanji is light and smooth so if is easy to eat during illness. This kanji provides energy. The dal and millet gives protein and carbs which makes us active. This porridge can be made quick and simple. It is made only by using very few and simple ingredients. And did you know it is good for all ages. Kids, adults and elders everyone enjoy this porridge.

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This Saamai ulundu kanji is a simple and mess free dish. It doesn't require much effort. My Kids love this porridge because tastes gentle and nice. This is not too spicy but it is full of flavours. This dish keeps us full for long time. We don't feel hungry soon after eating this kanji. Millet porridge is perfect for any time of the day. It suits for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Hacks you can follow

• Soak urad dal for 30 mins before cooking to make it soft and cook faster.
• Add little ginger along with garlic for extra flavour and warmth.
• For richer taste use full fat milk and ghee before serving.
• For a thicker porridge reduce water while cooking.

Ingredients

Saamai Arisi: This is the main ingredient of the recipe. It is healthy and easy to digest.

Urad dal: This adds protein and strength to the dish. It improves the digestion.

Garlic: This gives a nice flavour and warmth to the dish. Garlic is good for fighting infection.

Fenugreek seeds: This helps in digestion and gives nice flavour to the recipe.

Salt: It enhances the overall flavour of the recipe.

Water: It helps to cook the grains and dal well. This makes the porridge smooth and easy to eat.

Step by Step Pictures

1)take all your ingredients.

2)I am using saamai (little millet) for this recipe. You can swap it for any millets.

3)Wash and soak urad dal and millet for 30 minutes. It is better if you use split black urad dal.

4)Strain and add it to a pressure cooker.

5)Add water.

6)Add lots of peeled garlic cloves. Leave it whole.

7)Add in fenugreek seeds.

8)Season with salt.

9)Now pressure cook this.

10)Rice and dal is cooked completely. You can add more hot water to this, mix and serve.

11)But we love to add in millk.

12)Mix well and adjust it to a porridge consistency.

13)Serve.

Expert tips

• Give time to release the steam naturally. It makes the porridge soft and well cooked 
• Stir the porridge well before adding milk to avoid lumps.
• Add milk little by little if you want a smooth and creamy texture.
• Add pepper powder for extra spice for extra flavour.

Variations

Varagu kanji recipe: This is a healthy porridge which is made with varagu. It is light and filling for our stomach. It gives good energy and it digest easily.

Drumstick leaves ulundu kanji: This porridge is made with drumstick leaves and urad dal. It is full of nutrients and it helps in keeping our body strong and healthy.

Ragi kanji recipe: It is made with finger millet. This porridge is rich in calcium and iron. This is perfect for growing kids and adults who wants a healthy bones.

Wheat porridge recipe: It is a simple and warm porridge which is made with wheat. This is good for digestion and keeps you full for a long time.

Moong dal porridge: This is a light porridge which is made with moong dal. It is soft and gentle on the stomach. This is great for health conscious people.

FAQ

Can I use any other millet instead of Saamai?

Yes . You can use little millet, foxtail millet as a substitute.

Can I skip garlic?

Yes. But garlic adds Good taste and health benefits to the porridge.

Can I cook it without a pressure cooker?

Yes. But it will take more time. Cook the porridge on low heat unit it becomes soft 

Can I add vegetables to this kanji?

Yes. You can add carrots, beans or spinach for extra nutrition and taste.

Can I store this kanji in fridge?

Yes. You can store it in the fridge for 1-2 days. Reheat it before eating.

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