🌾 Processing of Little Millet Vermicelli Using Sprouted Little Millet Flour
Ingredients Composition
- Sprouted Little Millet Flour – 100%
- Water – RO treated (as required for dough consistency)
🛠️ Processing Steps
1. Selection & Cleaning of Grains
- Carefully selected little millet grains are cleaned using mechanical destoners, air classifiers, and triple water rinsing to ensure removal of dust, husk, and stones.
2. Sprouting Process
- Soaking: Cleaned grains are soaked in RO-treated water for 8–10 hours to initiate enzyme activation.
- Germination: Soaked grains are spread under controlled humidity (75%) and temperature (28–30°C) for 24–36 hours for sprouting.
- Drying: Sprouted grains are shade-dried or mechanically dried at temperatures below 50°C to retain bioactive compounds and nutrients.
3. Milling
- Dried sprouts are stone-ground or impact-milled into fine flour (100–120 mesh), retaining germ and bran components.
4. Dough Preparation
- The flour is mixed with RO water and kneaded into a pliable dough.
- Resting time: 20–30 minutes to enhance hydration and structure for extrusion.
5. Vermicelli Extrusion
- Dough is passed through a cold-extrusion machine fitted with fine vermicelli dies.
- Extruded vermicelli strands are cut into 12–15 cm lengths and air-dried for 20–30 minutes.
6. Final Drying
- Pre-dried vermicelli is placed in tray dryers at 45–48°C until final moisture content is <10%.
7. Packing & Storage
- Dried vermicelli is packed in eco-friendly, moisture-barrier pouches.
- Shelf-stable for 6–9 months when stored in a cool, dry, dark place.
🌟 Nutritional Benefits
✅ Low Glycemic Index – Ideal for diabetics and slow energy release
✅ Rich in B-complex vitamins – Supports metabolism and nervous health
✅ Gluten-Free & Easily Digestible – Suitable for all age groups
✅ Fiber-Rich – Supports digestive health and satiety
✅ Ancient Millet – Traditionally used in South Indian cuisine
🍽️ Recipe: Little Millet Lemon Vermicelli
Ingredients:
- 1 cup little millet vermicelli
- 1 tbsp cold-pressed sesame oil
- 1/4 tsp mustard seeds
- 1/2 tsp split urad dal
- 1–2 green chilies, curry leaves, turmeric
- Rock salt and lemon juice to taste
Method:
- Steam or boil the vermicelli for 3 minutes, then rinse with cold water and drain.
- In a pan, heat oil and temper with mustard, urad dal, chilies, curry leaves.
- Add turmeric, salt, then toss in the steamed vermicelli.
- Finish with fresh lemon juice. Serve hot or warm.
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