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 " Wholesome And Flavorful Pearl Millet Pulao | Healthy & Aromatic Bajra Delight! "

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Pearl Millet ( Bajra ) Pulao is a nutritious and flavorful dish made with protein-rich pearl millet, fresh vegetables, and aromatic spices. This wholesome one-pot meal is gluten-free, easy to digest, and packed with fiber, vitamins, and minerals.

Millets are emerging as a superfood and a healthier alternative to rice. Millets are naturally gluten-free, making them a perfect choice for gluten-intolerant individuals or those with digestive issues. Rice can sometimes contribute to bloating due to its starch content. Switching to Millets over rice is a smart, healthy, and eco-friendly choice. They offer better nutrition, improved digestion, weight management benefits, and sustainability-making them the future of healthy eating!

Pearl Millet, also known as Bajra, is one of the most nutrient-dense and versatile millets, making it an excellent choice for a healthy diet. It is a nutritious, gluten-free, diabetic-friendly, heart-healthy, and sustainable superfood. Whether in pulao, porridge, roti, or snack, adding bajra to your diet is a step toward better health.

Video Recipe Of Pearl Millet Pulao

Ingredients:

For Cooking Pearl Millets:

• Pearl Millets - 1 Cup
• Water - 3/4th Cup
• Salt - 1 Tsp.
• Oil - 1 Tbsp.

For Pulao:

• Oil - 3 Tbsps.
• Bay Leaf - 1
• Cloves - 4
• Cardamom - 2
• Shahijeera - 1/2 Tsp.
• Cumin Seeds - 1/2 Tsp.
• Cinnamon - 1/2 Inch
• Green Chillies - 4
• Onions - 1 Big
• Curry Leaves
• Mint Leaves - 1 BUnch
• Ginger Garlic Paste - 1/2 Tbsp.
• Green Peas - Few
• French Beans - 1/4th Cup
• Carrot - 1/4th Cup
• Tomato - 1 Big
• Coriander Leaves
• Crushed Pepper - 8

Preparation:

Prepare Pearl Millet :

• Wash pearl millet thoroughly and soak it in water for 8 nights or overnight for better digestion.
• Drain the water and rinse once more.
• In a pressure cooker, add soaked bajra, 3/4th cup of water, 1.2 tsp of salt and oil.
• Pressure cook for 4 to 5 whistles.
• Once cooked, fluff it with a fork or spoon and keep aside.

Prepare the Pulao:

• Heat oil in a pan.
• Add bay leaves, crushed cloves, pepper, cardamom, shahi jeera, cumin seeds, and cinnamon. Saute for a few seconds until aromatic.
• Add green chilies and sliced onions and saute until golden brown.
• Then add curry leaves and mint leaves and saute till aromatic.
• Stir in ginger garlic paste. saute until the raw smell disappears.
• Add veggies and salt. Cook until tomatoes turn soft.
• When veggies are cooked well add cooked pearl millet and stir gently to combine.
• Cover and cook on low flame for 10 minutes, allowing flavors to blend. 
• Turn off the heat and add chopped coriander leaves.
• Let it rest for 5 minutes, then fluff it with a fork.

Serving Suggestions:

• Serve hot with curd, raits, or pickles.
• Garnish with fried cashews for extra crunch. 
• Pair with simple dal kadhi, or papad for a wholesome meal.

Enjoy this healthy, gluten-free, and delicious Pearl Millet ( Bajra) Pulao packed with nutrients and rich flavors!