SiriMart Millets are nutritious Organic Foxtail Millet Grains are rich in fiber, iron and Vitamin B12. Our premium unpolished Foxtail Millets, offer you a daily dose of essential proteins and good fats.
Benefits of foxtail millet
- Foxtail millet is an absolutely great substitute to rice as it keeps you satiated for longer hours.
- Foxtail millet is loaded with ample amounts of Tryptophan for avoiding those hunger pangs.
- Foxtail millets are rich in iron and calcium, and thus maintain health of bones and muscles.
- Foxtail millet is high in Vitamin B1, thus helping to keep various neurological disorders at bay!
HOW TO COOK FOXTAIL MILLET?
There are a few ways to get the most out of cooking foxtail millet seed-
1. Soak before using-Soak the millet in 3-4 timesthe amount of water or at least 6 hours,
Soaking the millet overnight ensures that you break down the phytic acid which is responsible for impairing nutrient absorption.
2. If not soaking, toast– While some cooks prefer to wash their millet, some don’t – and in that case, you can toast the millet in a sauté’ pan before you start cooking to bring out a subtle level of nuttiness to their flavour profile.
3. Add more liquid to change the texture- You can also prepare foxtail millet with a lighter, looser texture similar to couscous or make it into a porridge. Use 2:1 ratio of water to millet.
4. Pressure Cook– Soak Foxtail millet in water and thenpressure cook for couple of whistles. Once cooked, the millets should be grainy. Use 2:1 ratio of water to millet for fluffy texture and 3:1 ratio for a softer consistency.
5. The boiled millet can be served with Dal, curry or chutney/pickle.
6. U can add boiled millet with vegetable stir-fry
How to store?
Store your favourite Organic Foxtail Millet in a cool and dry place. It has a shelf life of 3 Months.