Nutritive Porridge Mix for Kids

A heirloom recipe that is evolved according to the taste and preference of the generations which I learnt from my mom. We as a kids enjoyed and grew up with this and its now by our kids. Mom does it meticulously in batches for our usage here and for my Nephew and Niece abroad.Even though it involves some preparatory works of washing and shade drying the ingredients, roasting them in low flame one by one (to increase the storage capability), its worth doing and stocking as it is a blend of healthy ingredients and a very balanced food for growing kids. My niece takes this alone and go to school and this is filling too. A family recipe of a Kids special Porridge mix with benefits of Ragi and Samba Wheat. Thanks to mom for this nutritive recipe.

Have a Healthy Week Ahead :) 

Urd Dhall Millet Protein Mix / Ulundhu Samai Kanji

Ensuring that the Kid's daily needs of Protein met is always a biggest challenge for all moms. That too if the kids are allergic to lactose and milk based products, it is even more worrying. We have had a lot of excellent health mix being prepared by our grandparents and we have always relished them where there are no commercial health mix products. For this week's Organic Kitchen am going to share an excellent source of Protein keeping the lactose allergic children and those who are looking for vegan protein supplement to meet the daily protein needs. Made a small change to the mix by enhancing it with Millet which is yet another miraculous food. Yes, It is Urd Dhall Millet Protein Mix, made with Urd Dhall and Little Millet. Kids will love to drink this flavourful Organic drink and it would be a best kick starter of the day in busy mornings.

Urd Dhall 

This dal is one of the richest sources of proteins and Vitamin B. Urad dal is also good for women as it has iron, folic acid, calcium, magnesium, potassium which makes it a healthy pulse.For those who do not eat meat or fish, have black gram as it is rich in protein which is much required by the body.
Urad dal, also known as white lentil or black lentil that is mostly used in Southern part of Asia. Urad dal is used as a major ingredient in Indian cuisine for preparing a healthy diet. Urad dal has protein, fat, and carbohydrates which is required by the body.
Urad dal is also good for women as it has iron, folic acid, calcium, magnesium, potassium which makes it a healthy pulse. It is extensively utilized in various culinary preparations such as dosa,papad and vada.

Scientifically - Vigna mungo
English - Black Gram
Hindi - Urad dhuli, Urad chilka, Urad sabut , Urad saboot,Kali dal 
Tamil - Ulundu Paruppu 
Telugu - Minappappu
Malayalam - Uzhunnu Parrippu 

It has lots of health benefits
- Excellent Energy Booster
- Rich source of Protein
- Anti inflammatory
- Improves Digestion
- Loaded with magnesium and folate that prevent damage to the arterial walls. In addition, magnesium boosts cardiovascular health through enhancing blood circulation
- Anti Ageing Properties

Little Millet / Samai 

Scientifically - Panicum sumatrense 

Hindi - Moraiyo, Kutki, Shavan
Bengali - Sama
Tamil- Samai
Gujarati - Gajro, Kuri
Telugu - Samalu
Marathi - Sava, Halvi, Vari
Oriya - Suan
Kannada - Saame

It is a miraculous millet which is suitable for all age groups.It prevents constipation & heals stomach related ailments.It improves fertility in both men and women.It also helps for women with irregular periods problems.Its high fiber helps to reduce the fat depositions in the body.In general millet is gluten-free and non-allergenic. A great grain for sensitive individuals.

Here you go for the recipe :

Have a Healthy Week :) Welcome your feed backs :) 

Healthy Breakfast Series - Lauki/ Bottle Gourd Wraps and Lettuce Cream Soup

Its a resolution for this year that I should make a completely balanced and healthy breakfast for my hubby to kick start the day and am experimenting on few Healthy Breakie Combos. In that series, today it is Lauki Wrap in my Wonder Wrap Series which I made both Sweet and Savory Versions and Lettuce Cream Soup.

Lauki/Bottle Gourd is a Vitamin C and Antioxidant Rich Veggie and it has lot of water content in it. It hydrates the body and a best remedy for Urinary Infections during Summer season. Also it helps in Weight loss and help in digestion. Being a Zero Cholesterol Veggie it helps in preventing Heart Ailments. Including this veggie in a Wrap with Paneer is a best way for making kids to eat this veggie. I made the sweet version with Iron Rich Gulkhand (Made of Rose Petals and Jaggery / Honey).

Lettuce is a well known Low calorie green leafy vegetable which is why it is included in diet by Weight Watchers. Mostly taken as Salad. It is rich in Omega 3 Fatty Acids and Protein Content. It also has lot of Vitamin C and Beta Carotene and is good for healthy heart.

Here I have given a easy Soup recipe with lettuce which can be made in less than 10 minutes and it is a fulfilling one for the breakfast.

Wonder Wraps - Peas Olive Wrap

In my Wonder Wrap Series, its an interesting combo of Garden Fresh Peas and Luscious Olives. A best way to include fresh peas during the season..and with the Olives and Cheese, it becomes a wholesome and tasty wrap for kids.

Peas are very low in Saturated Fat, Cholesterol and Sodium.They are very good source of Protein, Vitamin A, Niacin, Vitamin B6, Folate, Phosphorus and Copper, and a very good source of Dietary Fiber, Vitamin C, Vitamin K, Thiamin and Manganese.

My son just loved this combo...

Wonder Wraps Series III - Three More Wraps

In my WonderWraps Series..here you go with another three variants to try :)

Would love to hear your feed backs :)

Red Rice Flakes / Red Poha Delight

An easy recipe which needs no cooking and can be made in a few minutes which is a wholesome food anytime..be it a breakfast or evening snacks for children or a filling dinner..Red Poha being rich in fibre and Iron makes it a nutritious food..

Instead Red Rice Flakes, you can also use White Rice Flakes (the regular ones). If you use thick type of flakes..soak with water for few minutes and then mix all ingredients..

Wonder Wrap Series II - Quick Reference Cards

And here's two more interesting spicy variations of the wraps that you can try and they tasted yumm and got good appreciation from my master :)

Wonder Wrap Series I

Having a fuzzy eating kid at home is what make moms tensed up in early mornings..Getting them to eat their breakfast and giving them a healthy and palatable lunch box is always challenging..For my son who is a fuzzy eater too, I found Wraps are the best way to make him eat all veggies and its almost 6 years by now..his lunch box is mostly Wraps.. My Wonder-wrap Series are the time tested ones with my Son and are obviously approved by him by showing his empty lunch boxes and in fact he gives many ideas now a days on fillings...I have a good number in this series for which I shall start sharing the recipes in the form of a table..as the method of wrapping remains the same except for the filling and wrap base.

Here comes my first set of recipes...

1. Choco Almond Wrap - Completely Power Packed and Yummilicious Wrap with the goodness of almonds and Kids Favorite Choco Syrup drizzled generously

2. Spicy Ridge Gourd Wrap - Wraps are the best way to include Desi Veggies into our Kid's Lunch Box..and this spicy filling with a dash of Oregano is truly a tempting one

3. Cabbage Olives Saucy Wrap - Cabbage and Olives with a dash of Oregano is an exotic blend with tomato ketchup to get the tanginess

The Recipe Table is here...

I will keep updating other recipes as similar sets :) Happy Wrapping :) Would love to hear your feed backs and see your wraps too :)

Kidoos Special - Variety Idlies

Is your kidoo making the bfast time a highly stressful and is your dining table becoming a battle ground everyday...? Here you go with interesting recipes that I am going to post on a regular basis....(which are time tested with similar fussy eater at my home..my son :) )

Idlies...a traditional and healthy food of South Indians..a light food and its easily metabolized in body because of the conversion of starches during the process of fermentation.

Having idlies for breakfast is a great idea but why to bore the kids with the usual idlies..with some variations and twists we can make them take idlies without fuss and also smartly we can include the veggies into their meal..by these array of colorful idlies..and you can be satisfied you have given your kids the nutrients they need..

Give it a try and let me know your feed backs :)

Red Cabbage Sweet Corn Idlies :

Also referred to as Purple cabbage which is rich in nutrients, often taken as Salad. It has 10 times more Vitamin A and twice as much Iron as the regular green version..

By including them in regular idly batter you can give your kids a colorful, flavorful and healthy breakie,,,

Red Cabbage Sweet Corn Idlies 

Palak/Spinach Carrot Idlies :

No need to mention the high nutritive value of Spinach..and kids too aware their importance..Thanks to Popeye..the Sailorman..but making it more palatable is what we need to do as a dutiful mom..

This healthy mix of Carrot and Spinach is sure to meet the daily needs of Vitamin A, C and dietary fibre...

Watch out for more varieties of idlies in upcoming posts..:)