Varagu arisi sadam (வரகு அரிசி சாதம்)

Use it in place of rice for everyday meals. Rich in fibre — helps you feel full

Ingredients

• 1 cup varagu (kodo millet)
• 2 1/2 cups water
• A pinch of salt
• A few drops of ghee or oil

Method

1. Wash the varagu 3–4 times and soak for 20 minutes.
2. Boil the water with salt and a few drops of ghee.
3. Add the drained varagu, cover and cook on low flame for 15 minutes (or 2 whistles).
4. Rest for 5 minutes, fluff and serve like rice with sambar, rasam or curd.