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Millet Upma Recipe: Easy And Healthy Breakfast For Weight Loss | Fitelo

Japleen Kaur

Japleen Kaur
Sep 2021

2 min read
Millet Upma Recipe

Total Time

30 minutes

Ingredients
  • Green Chilli - 1
  • Mustard Seeds - 1 Tbsp
  • Curry Leaves - 5-7
  • Coriander Leaves - 1/2 Tbsp
  • Millet - 1 cup
  • Onion - 1 Medium Sized
  • Chana Dal - 1 Tsp
  • Urad Dal - 1 Tsp
  • Want to add taste in your weight loss journey. The quick millet upma recipe can be a great choice for all those who are looking for an effective weight loss breakfast recipe.

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    How To Prepare Millet Upma Recipe

    • Wash and clean the onion, green chilies, and coriander.
    • Then, chop the vegetables separately and keep them aside.
    • After that, wash the millet and soaked them in water for at least 1-2 hours and keep it aside. Also, boil urad dal and chana dal separately.
    • Put a deep-bottomed pan on medium flame. Add mustard seeds to it and let them splutter.
    • Now, add boiled urad dal and chana dal (without water).
    • Then, add chopped onions followed by chopped green chilies and curry leaves.
    • Saute the mixture for a minute or two.
    • Carefully add soaked millet to the prepared mixture and saute for 2 to 3 minutes.
    • Now, pour warm water into the prepared mixture and cover it with a lid.
    • Allow the mixture to cook until you get a thick consistency.
    • Then, transfer the mixture into a serving bowl, and garnish it with chopped coriander.
    • Enjoy!

    Tips: Boil urad and chana dal in semi solid state (will bring more taste).

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    Health Benefits Of Millet Upma Recipe

    Here are a few health advantages of millets:

    • Millet is a gluten-free grain that’s rich in antioxidants, soluble fiber, and protein.
    • It lowers cholesterol and blood sugar levels.
    • Also, millet helps in eliminating problems like constipation, excess gas, bloating, and cramping.
    • Urad dal is one of the calcium rich foods, also rich with iron, vitamin B, and other bone-building minerals.
    • Also, urad dal being diuretic in nature helps maintain a healthy kidney.
    • The presence of high protein in chana dal supports our immune system, gearing it up to fight any infections.
    • Also, rich in fiber, organic chana dal is excellent for weight loss.

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    Which Millet Is Good for Weight Loss?

    Bajra/ Pearl Millet- This millet is exceptionally low in calories and one of the best choices of grain, when your aim is to shed kilos. Its high fibre again keeps you full without increasing your daily calories count.

    Which Millet Is Good for Weight Loss?

    Bajra/ Pearl Millet- This millet is exceptionally low in calories and one of the best choices of grain, when your aim is to shed kilos. Its high fibre again keeps you full without increasing your daily calories count.

    Is Upma Good for Weight Loss?

    Upma is an excellent food choice for weight loss as it digests slowly and also gives you a feeling of fullness. It also has the goodness of vitamins and minerals, making it a nutrient-packed meal. Thus, you can have upma for weight loss in many different forms.

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    Disclaimer

    All the recipes from Fitelo’s kitchen are devised to suit specific needs. And what may suit one condition may not be applicable to the other. However, always consult your nutritionist or dietitian before adding any of these recipes to your diet. Read More.

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