Why Kuttu is consumed in Navratra, its benefits and easy recipes
Health benefits of Kuttu ka Atta?
Buckwheat is an excellent source of high-quality protein, magnesium, vitamin B6, fiber, iron, niacin (vitamin B3), thiamine (vitamin B1) and zinc. In addition, the fiber in buckwheat is higher than in other vegetable flours. It’s high fiber and nutritional content promotes metabolic rate, improves digestion and also helps with better weight management. It boosts metabolism and helps you lose weight faster. Including kuttu atta in your Navratri diet helps reduce excessive bloating and indigestion.
Easy recipes with Kuttu ka atta
Kuttu Dosa
To make this quick dosa recipe, take 4 tablespoons of buckwheat flour and add the curd, cumin powder, green chili, and sendha namak. Allow it to ferment. Next, add 1 teaspoon of buttermilk to the tawa, pour a ladle of flour and spread like dosa. Cook by turning over and enjoy with chili sauce.
Kuttu Cutlet
Take 1 cup of mashed potatoes, 1 cup of homemade chenna, 3 tablespoons of buckwheat flour, black pepper, and sendha namak to taste. Green chili and coriander leaves. Make the dough smooth and flatten them, cook them with the buttermilk in a non-stick pan and cook by flipping the sides.
Sweet pancakes kuttu
To make this, take 1 cup of milk and add 3 tablespoons of kuttu ka atta, 1 ½ tablespoons of sugar. Beat the dough and add the buttermilk to the tawa and pour in the flour. Adjust the consistency of the pancakes, and top with nuts and dried fruit.
Kuttu Pakora
To get started with this easy recipe, boil each vegetable of your choice and set aside. In the meantime, add the buttermilk to the pan and let it heat up. Make kuttu ka atta dough and seasoning. Dip vegetables in batter and fry. Serve hot with the bottle.