Browntop Millet (Korale / Andakorra / Siridhanya)

🌿 A Rare Ancient Grain

Browntop Millet (Brachiaria ramosa), known as Korale in Kannada and Andakorra in Telugu, is one of the rarest millets still grown in India. Tribals value this grain for its resilience, quick cooking time, and earthy flavor. Unlike refined rice or wheat, it is unpolished and naturally nutrient-rich, making it a smart choice for modern diets.

💚 Why Choose This Millet?

• Gluten-free and light on digestion, suitable for all age groups

• Packed with dietary fiber that supports gut health and detoxification

• Low glycemic index, which helps regulate blood sugar

• Rich in calcium and iron, strengthening bones and immunity

• Keeps you full for longer, therefore supporting weight management

🍴 Ways to Enjoy Korale Millet

This grain is versatile and fits into daily meals as well as innovative dishes. In addition, it cooks quickly and blends well with spices, vegetables, and even sweets. Families can use it as a rice substitute or in modern recipes like energy bars and millet-based desserts.

🍲 Recipes

1. Korale Khichdi 🍲

• Ingredients: 1 cup millet, ½ cup moong dal, turmeric, ginger, ghee, vegetables.

• Method: Cook millet and dal with spices and veggies. A nourishing one-pot dinner.

2. Browntop Idli 🥞

• Ingredients: 1 cup millet, ¼ cup urad dal, fenugreek seeds.

• Method: Soak, grind, ferment, and steam into soft idlis. Great for kids’ lunchboxes.

3. Traditional Millet Porridge 🥣

• Ingredients: Millet, milk (or plant milk), jaggery, cardamom.

• Method: Cook until soft, sweeten with jaggery, and flavor with cardamom. A healthy breakfast or snack.

4. Millet Detox Salad 🥗

• Ingredients: Cooked millet, cucumber, tomato, onion, lemon juice, salt, pepper.

• Method: Mix millet with vegetables, add lemon and seasoning. A refreshing, light meal.