ORGANIC SORGHUM – JOWAR
Jowar (Sorghum)
A common cereal grain grown in Africa, Asia, and the Americas is jowar, commonly referred to as sorghum or Jowar. It is a common ingredient in a wide range of culinary preparations and a staple diet for millions of people.
As a popular wheat substitute for those with celiac disease or gluten intolerance, jowar is a great source of nutrients and contains no gluten. It also contains significant amounts of protein, fiber from plant sources, vitamins, and minerals like calcium, iron, and phosphorus.
Jowar is also low in fat and has a low glycemic index, making it a good food option for people with diabetes. It can be used to make a variety of dishes such as bread, roti, porridge, and even popped like popcorn. In recent years, jowar has gained popularity as a healthy and nutritious alternative to wheat and other grains.
HEALTH BENEFITS OF JOWAR
- Jowar has a low-fat content and a high fiber content that may aid in better digestion and weight loss.
- Antioxidants found in abundance in jowar can help avoid oxidative stress and lower the chance of developing chronic diseases like cancer and heart disease.
- Jowar is a healthy food choice for diabetics since it can help control blood sugar levels and is a good source of energy.
- Jowar also contains a lot of iron, which is needed to make haemoglobin and prevents anaemia.
- Jowar is rich in vitamins B1, B2,B3 which are essential for the energy production and other metabolic processes in the body.
Jowar Healthy Recipes
#1.JOWAR METHI PARATHA
INGREDIENTS
· 1 cup jowar (sorghum) flour
· 1/2 cup fresh methi (fenugreek) leaves, finely chopped
· 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
· 1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds
· 1/2 teaspoon ajwain (carom) seeds
· 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder
· Salt to taste
· Warm water, as needed
· Ghee or oil for cooking
INSTRUCTIONS
1. In a mixing bowl, add jowar flour, chopped methi leaves, onion, cumin seeds, ajwain seeds, red chili powder, and salt.
2. Mix well and knead into a smooth dough by adding warm water slowly. The dough should be soft and supple.
3. Divide the dough into equal-sized balls and roll out each ball into a round shape.
4. Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat.
5. Place the rolled-out paratha on the hot pan and cook for a minute or two, until small bubbles appear on the surface.
6. Flip the paratha and cook for another minute or two until both sides are lightly golden brown.
7. Add ghee or oil to the edges of the paratha and cook for another 30 seconds on each side, until crispy.
8. Repeat the process with the remaining dough balls.
9. Serve the jowar methi paratha hot with a side of yogurt or pickle.
10. You can add veggies of your choice to make the paratha more flavorsome.
#2 Jowar Pancake
Ingredients:
- 1 cup jowar flour
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon cumin powder
- 1/4 teaspoon coriander powder
- 1/4 teaspoon red chili powder (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- Oil for cooking
Instructions:
- In a mixing bowl, combine jowar flour, salt, cumin powder, coriander powder, and red chili powder (if using). Mix well.
- Add buttermilk and water to the dry ingredients and mix until you get a smooth batter. Add more water if needed to get a pouring consistency.
- Add baking soda to the batter and mix well.
- Heat a non-stick pan or griddle over medium-high heat. Once hot, reduce the heat to medium-low.
- Pour a ladle full of batter on the pan and spread it in a circular motion to make a thin pancake.
- Drizzle a little oil on the sides of the pancake and cook until the bottom is golden brown. Flip and cook the other side until golden brown.
- Repeat with the remaining batter.
- Serve hot with your favorite chutney or curry.
Conclusion:
Jowar contains a variety of health advantages, including enhanced heart health and weight loss. Get these advantages by incorporating millet into your diet on a regular basis. With the aid of the delectable recipes given above, you might do this.