Development of millet based instant soup mix and Pulav mix

Abstract

The present study was carried out with the objective to develop Instant Soup Mix and Pulav Mix from millets, dehydrated vegetables and natural herbs like are Basil (Tulsi), Curry, Green Coriander, Mint, and Bay leaves. These herbal formulation increases antioxidant quality of soup and Pulav mix. The selected millets were pre-processed, milled and blended in various proportions to formulate instant soup and Pulav mix namely T0, T1, T2. The prepared product samples were evaluated for sensory evaluation, Proximate composition and shelf life. When sensory qualities among different formulation were evaluated, sample T1 in instant soup mix and T2 in instant pulav mix was found to be highly acceptable with significant difference when compared to other formulations. Instant mixes did not reveal any pathogenic organism when it is stored for 2 months in laminated pouches under normal room condition. The results of nutritional analysis showed that enrichment with millets and herbs significantly increases the sensory and other nutritional benefits, shown in results and discussion sections. Preparation of this soup mix is so easy that it can be termed as convenient healthy soup mix.