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How to make healthy ragi Upma

Ragi is a nutritious whole grain rich in fibre, calcium and iron. Its gluten-free nature and low glycemic index make it suitable for regular consumption, promoting digestive health and overall well-being.

Ragi comprises a vast array of key nutrients like B-complex vitamins, iron, calcium, antioxidants, proteins, fibers, sufficient calories and useful unsaturated fats.

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Ingredients :-

Ragi flour -1 cup

Mustard seeds -¼ tsp

Chana dal- 1 tsp

Onion, chopped 1 tbsp

Carrot, chopped -1 tbsp

Beans, chopped -1 tbsp

Green chillies, minced -½ tsp

Curry leaves a few

Oil-1 tbsp

Salt to taste

Coriander leaves, chopped a few

Lemon juice – ½ tsp

Water -1-2 cups

Serving Size: 1 Bowl

Procedure:

Take ragi flour in a large bowl and add salt.
Now, slowly add the 1/2 cup water in small batches and rub it into the flour.
Add 1/2 – 1 cup more water gradually as needed. The texture must be grainy and damp.
Place this ragi mixture in a steamer bowl and cover it with a plate.
Steam for 10 minutes, after 10 minutes remove from the steam.
Crumble the steamed ragi and set aside.
In a pan, heat oil and add curry leaves, mustard seeds, and onion, cook till transparent in color.
Then add the chana dal and stir well.
Add the carrot and beans and cook till it softens.
Now, add the crumbled flour to the vegetables and keep stirring well to avoid lumps.
Cook it for some time and garnish it with some freshly chopped coriander leaves and lemon on it.
Serve and enjoy!