Forgotten staples? Well yes, millets were forgotten and are right now gaining more popularity due to its nutrient filled properties.
Millets are a group of small grains technically seeds that are grown on lands with poor soil quality or limited access to irrigation. They are versatile ingredients that can be used both in their original grain form in porridges and as rice substitutes, or as flour to make flatbreads and other baked goods.
United Nations call 2023 as the year of millets since today millets have gained momentum in Chennai with multiple grocery stores stacked with different kinds of millets. Everyone even the teens are aware and intake these staples. Talking about the health benefits of these miracle seeds they are good source of protein, fiber, key vitamins, and minerals. The potential health benefits of millet include protecting cardiovascular health, preventing the onset of diabetes, helping people achieve and maintain a healthy weight, and managing inflammation in the gut. This nutrition rich grains are of different types, including Sorghum Millet (Jowar), Proso Millet (Chena / Barri), Pearl Millet (Bajra), Foxtail Millet (Kakum / Kangni), Finger Millet (Ragi), Browntop Millet (Korle), Barnyard Millet (Sanwa), Little Millet (Moraiyo).
If you are wondering of how well could millets be consumed, well, we've got you at Atithi Khana. Wholesome, home-cooked, delicious and healthy meals and snacks only available at Atithi Khana, your go-to home cooked place to quench your hunger any time. Atithi Khana offers millet combos, millet variety rice, snacks and much more. What are you waiting for? Go on and order your millet meals and snacks right now.
-Sam Sanjana