EGG MULTI MILLET CHOWMEIN

Multi-Millet Noodles has Ragi/ Finger Millet, Kambu /Pearl millet, Samai /Little millet, Varagu / Kodo millet, Kuthiraivalli /Barnyard millet. The pack is free from MSG and also has a tastemaker in it. Varagu noodles were soft and light for the stomach. The tastemaker came along with this noodles pack was not too spicy. 

Health Benefits : 

• Ragi/ finger millet a very important factor in preventing malnutrition. Ragi is also a very rich source of minerals. It has been found to have between 5-30 times the calcium content found in other cereals. It is also rich in phosphorus, potassium and iron.  Ragi/Finger millet is rich in antioxidants that prevent excessive oxidation. 
• Kambu /Pearl millet is very rich in Calcium, Protein, Iron and Magnesium.It helps to reduce the bad cholesterol level in our body. It's a great body coolant. It helps to improve the digestion power and heals stomach ulcers too.It helps to improve bowel movements and prevents constipation
• Varagu / Kodo millet is an annual grain that is grown in primarily in India. Kodo millet has a large potential to provide nourishing food. Kodo millet is very easy to digest, it contains a high amount of lecithin and is excellent for strengthening the nervous system, rich in B vitamins, especially niacin, B6 and folic acid, as well as the minerals such as calcium, iron, potassium, magnesium and zinc. 
• Kuthiraivalli /Barnyard millet is a wild seed and not a grain, mainly grown in the hilly areas of Uttaranchal, India. The barnyard millet is the fastest growing crop.   Barnyard millet is a good source of highly digestible protein and at the same time is the least caloric dense compared to all other cereals. It is a grain which makes one feel light and energetic after consumption. 
• Samai is rich in phytochemicals and it has excellent antioxidant properties.Its Dietary fibre protects against hyperglycemia. It reduces cholesterol and helps in digestion. Has nearly 2.5 times minerals and nearly 38 times fibre and nearly 13 times Iron than Rice.

Ingredients : 

• 1 Pack Multi- Millet Noodles
• 1 Big Onion Julienned
• 1/2 Cup Vegetables Julienned (Carrot, cabbage) 
• 1 Green Chilli Chopped 
• 2 Garlic Finely Chopped
• 1/2 inch Ginger Chopped
• 2 Eggs
• 2 tbsp Coconut oil
• 2 tsp Tomato Ketchup
• 1 tsp Black /White Pepper powder 
• 1/4 tsp Sugar
• Masala Powder 
• Salt to taste 

 To make Egg Multi millet Chowmein  at home follow the detailed step by step recipe with photos posted below

Step By Step Picture Instructions : 

1. Boil around 1/2 a litre of water and cook Noodles around 10 min with salt and few drops of coconut oil
   
          
2. Drain the noodles and run under cold water.  Keep the noodles aside  
   
    
3. Heat coconut oil in a wok
4. Add chopped ginger, garlic and green chilli.
   
     
5. Saute well on high flame and then add the onions. Saute until it goes transparent
   
    
6. Add Eggs and roast for 2 minutes
   
    
7. Once egg and onion roasted well, remove from heat and keep aside
   
    
8. In the same pan, add oil and vegetables and saute for a couple of minutes
   
     
9. AddTomato Ketchup, sugar and black pepper powder, and mix well 
   
   
   
10. Add the cooked noodles and toss on high flame
    
11. Add tastemaker and toss well
    
    
    
    
    
    
      
12. Now add the fired onion and eggs to the noodles 
    
    
    
13. Toss the Noodles gently.
    
     
14. Serve hot   
    

VARAGU VEGETABLE NOODLES / KODO MILLET VEGETABLE NOODLES

Varagu / Kodo millet is an annual grain that is grown in primarily in India. Kodo millet has a large potential to provide nourishing food. Kodo millet is very easy to digest, it contains a high amount of lecithin and is excellent for strengthening the nervous system, rich in B vitamins, especially niacin, B6 and folic acid, as well as the minerals such as calcium, iron, potassium, magnesium and zinc. 

Kodo millets contain no gluten and are good for people who are gluten intolerant. Regular consumption of Kodo millet is very beneficial for postmenopausal women suffering from signs of cardiovascular disease, like high blood pressure and high cholesterol levels.

We are a big fan of rice noodles. This time I bought Varagu / Kodo Millet Noodles. The pack is free from MSG and also has a tastemaker in it. Varagu noodles were soft and light for the stomach. The tastemaker came along with this noodles pack was not too spicy. 

Ingredients : 

• Varagu / Kodo Millet Noodles
• 1 Big Onion Julienned
• 1/2 Cup Vegetables Julienned (Carrot, Capsicum) 
• 1 Green Chilli Chopped 
• 1 Garlic Finely Chopped
• 1/2 inch Ginger Chopped
• 2 tbsp Coconut oil
• 1/2 tsp Tomato Ketchup
• 1 tsp Black /White Pepper powder 
• 1/4 tsp Sugar
• Masala Powder 
• Salt to taste 

 To make Varagu Vegetable Noodles / Kodo millet vegetable noddles at home follow the detailed step by step recipe with photos posted below

Step By Step Picture Instructions : 

1. Boil around 1/2 a litre of water and cook Noodles around 10 min with salt and few drops of coconut oil 
   
2. Drain the noodles and run under cold water. Keep the noodles aside 
   
3. Heat coconut oil in a wok
4. Add chopped ginger, garlic and green chilli 
   
5. Saute well on high flame and then add the onions. Saute until it goes transparent 
   
6. Add vegetables and saute for a couple of minutes 
   
7. Add the tastemaker and mix well 
   
   
   
8. Add pepper powder, salt, sugar and tomato ketchup when the vegetables are half done (the tastemaker itself contains salt, so taste and add salt) 
   
9. Add the cooked noodles and toss on high flame 
   
   
   
   
   
10. Turn the heat off and serve the Noodles

American Chopsuey

American Chopsuey, crispy fried noodles cooked in a thick sauce loaded with mixed vegetables and chicken. The crispy noodle is cooked like a nest. The sauce is poured over the fried noodles with a fried egg on the top is simply delicious.

American Chopsuey can be cooked in both ways - vegetarian Chopsuey or chicken Chopsuey. I have cooked vegetarian version if you like to add chicken means - use boneless chicken pieces.

Ingredients :

Noodles 200 grams
Ginger chopped - 1-inch piece
Garlic chopped - 4 cloves
Chopped green chilly - 2 nos
Onion sliced - 1 no
Sliced tomato - 1 no
Chopped vegetables (Carrot, Cabbage, Capsicum, peas) - 1 cup
Garam masala - 1 tsp
Salt to taste
Pepper powder - 1/2 teaspoon
Tomato sauce - 1 tsp
Eggs - 2 no
Chopped coriander leaves - 2 tsp

For noodles : 

1. Soak noodles in water for 1/2 hour. 
2. Drain the noodles completely and remove all water content 
3. Once drained, heat oil in a pan and deep fry the noodles 
   
4. It takes around 7-8 minutes for cooking the noodles crisp on one side. 
5. Cook the another side similarly in medium flame 
6. Remove and drain on an absorbent kitchen towel.

For Sauce : 

1. In a pan, add 2 tsp of oil, add ginger, garlic and chilly 
2. Add chopped onions and sauté for a minute or until it turns translucent. 
   
3. Add tomato and cook until the moisture evaporates 
4. Add the chopped vegetables and stir-fry for two minutes or until the vegetables are just cooked but still retain the crispness (If you want to add chicken pieces, add at this stage) 
5. Add garam masala and mix well  
   
6. Add tomato sauce and pepper powder, mix well. 
7. Pour 1/2 cup of water, add salt and bring it to boil  
   
8. Add a handful of crispy fried noodles into the sauce. 
9. Add coriander leaves and remove from flame
   
    

For Serving : 

1.  Fry egg in a pan without breaking the yolk with salt and pepper. (You can cook both side or single side it's completely based on your taste) 
2. On a serving plate, place the crispy fried noodles, pour the prepared sauce and top with a fried egg. Serve hot.