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Bring back Ragi - the lost grain in your bite l Ragi chilla


Ragi also known as Finger Millet has a unique earthy flavour and is super healthy nutrition-wise. A grain which was once very popular has become absent today from most of our diet. Ragi is known as Nachni in Maharashtra, Ragi in Karnataka, Mandua in Uttarakhand, Ragulu in Andhra Pradesh, & Kezhvaragu in Tamilnadu.


Why should Ragi be a part of your diet:

  • It is gluten free

  • High protein content: The main protein fraction is eleusinian, also has significant quantities of tryptophan, cystine, methionine and total aromatic amino acids

  • Rich source of minerals: It has 5-30 times the calcium content found in other cereals, rich in phosphorus, potassium & iron.

  • Controls diabetes: This complex carbohydrate is rich in dietary fibre levels & beneficial phytochemicals. It controls blood glucose levels & oxidative stress. Thanks to the high polyphenol content.

  • Anti-cancer potential as its rich in antioxidants, phenolic acids, flavonoids & tannins

  • Reduces triglycerides

  • Keeps you young

Here we have a yummy recipe of 'Ragi chilla’. It's high in nutrition & is a complete meal. Paired with mint & coconut chutney & the juicy beetroot carrot salad, this is a SATVIK meal your body needs!


Ingredients

  • 2 cups ragi flour

  • 1 beetroot

  • 1 carrot

  • Fresh coriander leaves

  • Fresh methi leaves

  • Rock salt & other spices as per taste

  • Cold pressed coconut oil for roasting

  • Water

Method:

  • Grate beetroot and carrot

  • Chop the coriander & methi leaves finely

  • Mix ragi flour with these ingredients

  • Add water and make a batter with semi-fluid consistency

  • Add the spices. Your batter is ready.

  • Heat a cast iron pan

  • Grease it with half onion

  • Pour a ladle of batter and spread. Put some cold pressed coconut oil. Once one side is cooked, flip it and cook the other side.

  • Serve with your favourite chutneys.

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