Jowar Flour Kozhukattai – Healthy Millet Tiffin Recipe

Looking for a wholesome and filling tiffin option made with millets? This Jowar Flour Kozhukattai is a simple, nutritious, and delicious choice that works perfectly for both breakfast and dinner. Made with the goodness of jowar and rice rava, this recipe is light on the stomach yet keeps you satisfied for longer—making it an ideal dinner option if you prefer something light and healthy.

One of the best parts about this recipe is its convenience. You can prepare the batter the previous night and refrigerate it, making your morning cooking quick and hassle-free. The batter is ground with red chillies and asafoetida, which adds a wonderful aroma and enhances the overall flavour of the kozhukattai.

Unlike regular rava, this recipe uses idli rava (rice rava), which gives a soft texture and makes the dish more wholesome. The soaked rice rava is ground with chana dal, spices, and jowar flour to form a thick batter. It is then tempered with mustard seeds, urad dal, onions, green chillies, and ginger, and cooked into a soft dough. Finally, the dough is shaped and steamed to perfection.

This healthy millet-based kozhukattai is not only easy to prepare but also a great way to include more fibre-rich ingredients in your daily diet. Watch the full video to learn the step-by-step method and try this delicious recipe at home!

Health Benefits of Jowar Flour

Rich in Fibre: Helps in better digestion and keeps you full for longer.
Gluten-Free: Suitable for those with gluten intolerance.
Supports Weight Management: Keeps hunger cravings under control.
Good for Heart Health: Helps in maintaining cholesterol levels.
Packed with Nutrients: Contains iron, protein, and essential vitamins.

Including jowar in your diet is a great way to make your everyday meals healthier without compromising on taste.

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Jowar Flour Kozhukattai Recipe Details

Ingredients

Rice rava – 1 cup
Chana dal – 1/4 cup
Jowar flour – 1 cup
Red chillies – 4
Asafoetida – 1/2 tsp
Mustard & urad dal – 1 tsp
Chana dal – 1 tsp
Onions – 1/2 cup, finely chopped
Green chillies – 2, finely chopped
Ginger – 1 tsp, finely chopped
Grated coconut – 3/4 cup
Curry leaves – few
Gingelly oil – 2 tbsp
Salt – to taste

Method

Step 1: Soaking the Ingredients

Take a wide bowl and add rice rava and chana dal. Rinse well, then add red chillies and asafoetida. Pour enough water and soak everything for 2 hours.

Step 2: Grinding the Batter

After soaking, transfer the mixture to a mixer jar. Add jowar flour and salt, and grind it into a coarse batter.

Step 3: Preparing the Tempering

Heat gingelly oil in a kadai. Add mustard seeds, urad dal, and chana dal. Once they start to crackle, add chopped green chillies, ginger, onions, and curry leaves. Sauté well for a few minutes until aromatic.

Step 4: Cooking the Dough

Reduce the flame and add the ground batter. Rinse the mixer jar with a little water and add it to the pan. Stir continuously until the mixture thickens into a soft dough.

To check, roll a small portion—it should be non-sticky. At this stage, turn off the heat and mix in fresh grated coconut.

Step 5: Shaping and Steaming

Allow the dough to cool slightly. Shape it into small balls or traditional pidi kozhukattai. Place them on greased idli plates and steam cook for 10 minutes.

Healthy and tasty jowar flour kozhukattai is now ready to serve!

Tips for Perfect Kozhukattai

If you do not have rice rava, you can replace it with 1 cup idli rice or 1 cup kodo millet.
Do not grind the batter too smoothly—it should be slightly coarse to get the perfect texture.
Avoid adding excess water while grinding, as it may affect the consistency of the dough.
You can enhance the nutrition by adding grated carrot and chopped coriander leaves at the final stage.
Do not skip the grated coconut, as it adds a mild sweetness and improves the overall taste of the kozhukattai.
Make sure to use a good amount of seasoning, as millet-based dishes require more flavouring compared to regular rice dishes.

Jowar Flour Kozhukattai is a simple yet nutritious recipe that brings together taste and health in one dish. With minimal oil and wholesome ingredients, it is perfect for anyone looking to include millets in their daily diet. Try this easy recipe at home and enjoy a soft, flavourful, and healthy tiffin with your family!

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