Bajra or pearl millet is high in vitamins, minerals and contains a lot of starch which makes it a great source of energy.

Its high fibre content eases bowel movement and prevents constipation. It is also an ideal food for diabetics. Since it digests slowly, it is a great choice for weight watchers.

Check out this healthy, steamed snack from Gujarat

Ingredients:
100g - bajra flour
25g - wheat flour
25g - besan flour
25g - curd
1 tsp - sugar
Salt as per taste
1 bunch - fenugreek leaves
1 tsp - ginger green chilli paste
1 tsp - mustard seeds
1 tbsp - oil
1 cup - coriander leaves
1 tbsp - fresh grated coconut

Method

Wash and cut fenugreek leaves into small pieces.
Mix these leaves with the flours.
Add salt, sugar and curd and knead into dough.
Make small round balls.
Steam it like idli.
Then cut into pieces and temper with oil and mustard seeds.
Decorate with coconut and coriander leaves.


Recipe & image: Mrs.Jyotsna Solanki

Image: Flickr/creativecommons stevenjacksonphotography