Name: National Nutrition Week 2026: How To Make ~Kodo Millet Pongal~ Recipe
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 1
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: 1/2 cup Kodo millet; 2 tbsp Yellow Moong Dal; 2.5 cups Water; 2 tbsp Ghee; 1 tsp Cumin seeds; 1 tsp Black Peppercorns (Crushed Roughly); 1 tsp Fresh Ginger (Finely Chopped); 10 Curry Leaves; 10 Cashews; a pinch Asafoetida (Hing); 1/2 tsp Turmeric powder; to taste Salt; 1 Green Chillies

Question 1

1. Can we eat kodo millet daily?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Kodo millet can be consumed daily as part of a varied and balanced diet. Pongal and curd rice are some Kodo millet recipes that you can cook at home.

Question 2

2. Which millet is best for pongal?

Accepted Answer

Kodo millet is considered the best for the pongal recipe. However, you can replace it with barnyard or foxtail millet.

Question 3

3. What can I make with kodo millet?

Accepted Answer

Puttu, daliya, vegetable soup, upma, pulao, dosa, and khichadi are some recipes that you can make with Kodo millet.

Question 4

4. Is kodo millet gluten-free?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Kodo millet is a gluten-free cereal. It is rich in minerals and can be used in a variety of gluten-free dishes

Question 5

5. Is Kodo Millet Pongal healthier than regular rice pongal?

Accepted Answer

Yes, pongal made with Kodo millet is rich in fibre, a good source of protein, and perfect for supporting weight management.

Kodo Millet Pongal

National Nutrition Week 2026: How To Make Kodo Millet Pongal Recipe

Ingredients

National Nutrition Week 2026: How To Make
Kodo Millet Pongal
Recipe