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Everyone agrees that breakfast sets the mood for the day and therefore should be nutritious and filling. Millet is an excellent choice for this as it offers the perfect combination of nutrients and proteins. Although millet is one of the least consumed grains in India, it is packed with health benefits and is gluten-free, making it an ideal choice to start your day right. There are many different dishes that can be made with millet, but porridge is one of the easiest and most enjoyable dishes that is perfect for sharing with loved ones.

Since millet is considered a powerhouse of nutrients, consider eating millet instead of regular grains to break your monotonous breakfast habits. The reason? It is rich in fiber, which keeps you full for a long time and ensures you feel full for a long time. In addition to the many positive effects on the human body, it also helps improve heart health and weight management. That's not all. There is always an opportunity to make your meals special by adding the right amount of nutrients like dry fruits and seeds. Now that you understand the benefits of millets, it is important to add them to your breakfast meals immediately. Make the most of your breakfast by making this easy millet porridge with simple ingredients and following the steps below.

Ingredients:

Milk – 250 ml
Foxtail millet – 80 g
Banana – 1 (sliced)
Cashews – 4-5
Lotus Seeds – 4-5 pcs
Figs – 2 (sliced)
Amaranth seeds

Preparation:

Start soaking the millet 30 minutes before making the porridge. Drain the excess water, then heat the milk in another pot and add the soaked millet. Continue stirring until the porridge is cooked. When it has cooled, add cashews, banana pieces, figs and asparagus powder. Keep stirring so that the porridge does not stick to the bottom of the pot. Finally, add the dried fruits and macana to enhance the flavor. Serve warm or cold as desired.