Healthy Ragi Mudde Recipe

Ingredients (Serves 2)

  • 1 cup ragi (finger millet) flour
  • 2 cups water
  • Β½ tsp ghee (optional but recommended for flavor & easier rolling)
  • ¼–½ tsp salt (optional)
  • (Optional healthy additions)
    • 1–2 tbsp cooked tur dal water / veggie stock (for extra nutrition)
    • 1 tsp flaxseed powder or chia seeds (optional)

πŸ₯£ Instructions

1. Boil water

  • In a heavy-bottomed pot, bring 2 cups of water to a boil.
  • Add salt and Β½ tsp ghee.

2. Mix ragi slurry (important for lump-free mudde)

  • In a small bowl, mix 2 tbsp ragi flour with ΒΌ cup water to make a smooth paste.
  • Add this paste to the boiling water while stirring β€” this prevents lumps.

3. Add remaining ragi flour

  • Reduce heat to low.
  • Add the rest of the ragi flour in one go.
  • Do NOT stir immediately; let it steam for 1 minute.

4. Stir and cook

  • With a sturdy spoon (or mudde katti), mix vigorously until it forms a smooth dough-like ball.
  • Cook covered for 3–4 minutes on low heat.

5. Shape the mudde

  • Wet your palms with cold water or apply a drop of ghee.
  • Roll the hot ragi mixture into smooth balls.

βœ”οΈ Healthy Tips

  • Add dal water instead of plain water for protein boost.
  • Use minimal gheeβ€”just enough for shaping (optional).
  • Great to pair with:
    • Sambar
    • Bassaru
    • Chicken or mutton saaru
    • Coconut chutney + rasam

🍽️ Nutrition Benefits

  • High in fiber β†’ good for digestion
  • Rich in calcium & iron
  • Low glycemic index β†’ diabetic-friendly
  • Gluten-free

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