RAGI IDLI and HEALTH BENEFITS OF RAGI MALT

Ragi - a high multi nutritional value grain - used in the daily diet of people all around the world. There are many Indian recipes that are made using ragi flour  such as Ragi dosa, Ragi Malt, Ragi Roti and Ragi Mudde and many more. Ragi and ragi malt are used extensively by the rural folks because of its nutritional value and affordability.

Today, we will talk about a very delicious recipe that can be made using ragi: Ragi idli.

Ingredients:

1 cup semolina

1 cup ragi flour

1 tbsp salt

Ragi Malt

1 cup water

1 cup curd

1/4 cup ragi flour

2 cups water

1/2 tbsp Salt

1/4 cup Buttermilk

Steps to make ragi idli

To prepare Ragi idli, first dry roast the rava on medium flame for 2-3 minutes.

Now cool them off completely before making idli.

Transfer this dry roasted rava to a large bowl.

Add ragi flour to it, then add salt and curd. Also add water as required depending on curd thickness.

Give the paste a good mix and allow to soak for 30 minutes.

After the mix is ready, Brush the plates with oil and pour the batter immediately into the idli plate. Steam it for 8-10 mins on medium flame.

Then allow it to rest for 5 mins then unmould.

Finally, it's time to serve hot idli with coconut chutney or sambar.

Now time to make RAGI MALT - Boil water in a pan.

On the other side add 4 tbsp of flour in a glass of water and mix well without lumps.

Once water is boiled add this mixture by stirring it continuously so that it won’t form lumps. After it turns into smooth consistency, off the stove and let it cool completely.

After it gets cooled down, add salt and buttermilk and milk well.

Take it into a serving glass and VOILA! Time to have it.

Even while reading this, some of you might be thinking that whether it is healthy or not. So  here are some health benefits of ragi malt.

Health benefits of ragi malt

Ragi malt helps in weight loss.

It also keeps the bones strong and prevents conditions like osteoporosis due to ragi being an excellent source of calcium. 

Helps in Getting rid of anemia as ragi is rich in iron.

Ragi is also an excellent source of proteins which makes it a good intake for vegetarians.

It is good for people having diabetes.

Ragi malt helps in reducing cholesterol.

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