Thinai payasam | Millet payasam
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millet payasam
Looking for a wholesome dessert that blends tradition with nutrition? Thinai Payasam, also known as Foxtail Millet Payasam, is a South Indian delicacy that’s perfect for festivals, celebrations, or a cozy treat at home. Made with nutrient-rich millets, jaggery, and coconut milk, this payasam is not only delicious but also packed with health benefits. Whether you’re exploring millet-based recipes or adding variety to your sweet repertoire, Thinai Payasam is a must-try!
healthy payasam
Thinai (foxtail millet) is a powerhouse of nutrition. Unlike polished rice, it’s rich in fiber, iron, and protein, making it a smart choice for health-conscious dessert lovers. Plus, it adds a subtle nutty flavor that elevates the payasam experience.
Should I cook dal and millet in a pressure cooker?
For faster and more efficient cooking, I prefer cooking in a pressure cooker. Stovetop cooking might take longer, and a few dals might not cook well
Should I soak dal and millets?
Sautéing dal and millet makes it aromatic and helps with proper cooking. Soaking is optional
Can I skip Saffron?
It is optional, but saffron makes the payasam so flavorful
Should I cook millet and dal in milk?
I would recommend cooking in water. Using milk might not cook well
Can I use evaporated milk for rich Payasam?
Yes, use 1 cup of evaporated milk instead of 1 + 1/4 cup of milk. Make sure you don’t boil for a long time
Should I filter jaggery?
If you are doubtful about impurities in the jaggery, I would recommend filtering the jaggery water, then adding it to the payasam, else it might curdle.
Can I use regular milk?
Yes, you can replace regular milk with coconut milk. Regular or cow’s milk; add only after boiling
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Ingredients:
For Cooking Millet & Dal:
¼ cup millet (thinai/foxtail millet)
2 tbsp moong dal
1½ cups water
For Tempering: 1 tbsp ghee
10 cashews
1 tbsp raisins
For Payasam:
1¼ cup coconut milk
½ cup jaggery
½ cup water
A few strands
saffron
¼ tsp cardamom powder
How to make millet payasam with step-by-step pictures
- ️Wash millet and moong dal well.
- ️Heat the ghee in a pan. Add cashews and roast until golden.
- ️Add raisins and roast for a few seconds. Set aside.
- ️In the same pan, roast millet and moong dal on a low flame for 1 minute.
- ️Add 1½ cups of water and bring to a boil.
- ️Pressure cook for 4 whistles.
- ️Add saffron and mash the mixture well.
- ️Dissolve jaggery in ½ cup water, filter, and add to the cooked millet.
- ️Add cardamom powder and boil for 3 minutes.
- ️Lower the flame and stir in coconut milk. Mix well.
- ️Finally, add the roasted cashews and raisins. Turn off the flame.
Ingredients
For Cooking Millet & Dal:
- ¼ cup millet thinai/foxtail millet
- 2 tbsp moong dal
- 1½ cups water
For Tempering:
- 1 tbsp ghee
- 10 cashews
- 1 tbsp raisins
For Payasam:
- 1¼ cup coconut milk
- ½ cup jaggery
- ½ cup water
- A few strands
- saffron
- ¼ tsp cardamom powder
Instructions
- ️Wash millet and moong dal well.
- ️Heat the ghee in a pan. Add cashews and roast until golden.
- ️Add raisins and roast for a few seconds. Set aside.
- ️In the same pan, roast millet and moong dal on a low flame for 1 minute.
- ️Add 1½ cups of water and bring to a boil.
- ️Pressure cook for 4 whistles.
- ️Add saffron and mash the mixture well.
- ️Dissolve jaggery in ½ cup water, filter, and add to the cooked millet.
- ️Add cardamom powder and boil for 3 minutes.
- ️Lower the flame and stir in coconut milk. Mix well.
- ️Finally, add the roasted cashews and raisins. Turn off the flame.
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