Ragi is Nutritionally, when ragi is used as a whole grain, it is higher in
protein and minerals in comparison . with all other cereals and millets.
It is a remarkable source of protein, making it perfect for vegetarian
diets.
Ragi is a great source of iron making it beneficial for individuals with low hemoglobin levels, the richest source of calcium among plant foods. Calcium along with vitamin D help strengthen bones. It is an excellent source of natural calcium for children and aging people.
Ragi contains an amino acid, Tryptophan which reduces appetite. It has a much higher amount of dietary fiber compared to white rice and other grains. It is also a low fat cereal and most of the fats are in the unsaturated form. This makes it the best choice in grains for people trying to lose weight. The bulkiness of the fibers and the slower digestion rate makes one feel fuller on fewer calories and therefore helps prevent excess caloric consumption.
I should thank my Friend Vijaya Venkatesh for this recipe, She introduced me so many millet dishes .
Here goes ::
Ingredients :
Ragi - 1 small cup
Ghee - 4 tsp + 1 tsp
Jaggery - 2/3 cup(heaped) The same cup which we use for measuring the flour ]
Water - 2 cups
Cardamom - 2 pinches
Cashew - 1
In a pan take 4 tsp of ghee , cashew nut , ragi flour make a dry roast ( just roux it)
Roast the ragi flour in sim till the cashew turns little browish in colour.
In a 2 L Pressure cooker , add the water , jaggery powder , cardamom powder and the remaining 1 tsp of ghee,
Cook for a whistle. Carefully remove the pressure using a spoon and pour the roasted ragi flour into the boiling water and mix it quickly ( without lumps).Close the lid of the cooker , place the weight again and let it remain for another15 ,the Gas stove remains OFF only . Then open the cooker and we can enjoy the healthy Ragi halwa .
No turning / burning/ watching . Just making the Halwa in a relax mood.
Ragi is a great source of iron making it beneficial for individuals with low hemoglobin levels, the richest source of calcium among plant foods. Calcium along with vitamin D help strengthen bones. It is an excellent source of natural calcium for children and aging people.
Ragi contains an amino acid, Tryptophan which reduces appetite. It has a much higher amount of dietary fiber compared to white rice and other grains. It is also a low fat cereal and most of the fats are in the unsaturated form. This makes it the best choice in grains for people trying to lose weight. The bulkiness of the fibers and the slower digestion rate makes one feel fuller on fewer calories and therefore helps prevent excess caloric consumption.
I should thank my Friend Vijaya Venkatesh for this recipe, She introduced me so many millet dishes .
Here goes ::
Ingredients :
Ragi - 1 small cup
Ghee - 4 tsp + 1 tsp
Jaggery - 2/3 cup(heaped) The same cup which we use for measuring the flour ]
Water - 2 cups
Cardamom - 2 pinches
Cashew - 1
In a pan take 4 tsp of ghee , cashew nut , ragi flour make a dry roast ( just roux it)
Roast the ragi flour in sim till the cashew turns little browish in colour.
In a 2 L Pressure cooker , add the water , jaggery powder , cardamom powder and the remaining 1 tsp of ghee,
Cook for a whistle. Carefully remove the pressure using a spoon and pour the roasted ragi flour into the boiling water and mix it quickly ( without lumps).Close the lid of the cooker , place the weight again and let it remain for another15 ,the Gas stove remains OFF only . Then open the cooker and we can enjoy the healthy Ragi halwa .
No turning / burning/ watching . Just making the Halwa in a relax mood.
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