Ingredients:

1 cup Thenai (Foxtail Millet) Aval (flattened rice)

1/2 cup grated coconut

1/4 cup jaggery (adjust to taste)

1/4 teaspoon cardamom powder

2 tablespoons ghee (clarified butter) A handful of cashews and raisins (optional)

Preparation:

Rinse Thenai Aval in water and drain well. In a pan, heat ghee and roast cashews and raisins until golden. Set aside. In the same pan, add grated coconut and sauté until lightly golden. Add Thenai Aval to the pan, stirring continuously on low heat. Once the Aval is crisp, add jaggery and mix well until it melts. Sprinkle cardamom powder and stir in the roasted nuts. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, ensuring the flavors meld. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.

Serve: Serve Thenai Aval warm, offering a delightful blend of textures and flavors. This wholesome dish, with the nutty aroma of foxtail millet, is a nutritious and delicious breakfast or snack option. Enjoy its unique combination of sweetness from jaggery, richness from coconut, and the crunchiness of nuts. This dish not only satisfies your taste buds but also provides the health benefits of foxtail millet, making it a perfect addition to your balanced diet.