Ragi adai /Finger Millet roti recipe was in my try list for long time.Its a healthy breakfast/dinner recipe for diabetic and for people who wants to lose their weight. I have discussed its health benefits at the end of this post. Don’t forget to have a glance. Here I have shared “How to make-sweet ragi adai and spicy ragi adai”. I make my MIL’s spicy adai usually adding buttermilk. But this time, I got these recipes from my friend Shalini.
As she is in diet, she is having more of ragi recipes. She suggested me to try this once and she guaranteed that this adai would come out super soft and stays soft for long time too. Usually she makes this adai for lunch and have the same for dinner too. By imagining its softness, I got tempted to try. I tried for the first time and as she told, it came out very well.
Sendhil is not a big fan of ragi roti as it becomes hard after cools down. But when I prepared in this way, he loved it like anything and told me to make it more often. This shows the success of this recipe, isn’t it. I heard some people add drumstick leaves and vegetables in spicy adai. I must try that way soon to make it more healthy. U don’t need any specific side dish for this adai. Onion raita or masala raita would do ! Do try this soft ragi roti roti. U’ll love it and I am sure you will include this in your breakfast or dinner routine. Even bachelor’s can try and have this healthy recipe in your menu.
Check out my Instant Ragi dosa and Ragi biscuit if interested !
Ragi adai recipe - Sweet and spicy versions
How to make soft ragi adai - sweet and spicy versions !
Cuisine: Indian
Category: Breakfast
Serves: 10nos
Prep time: 10 Minutes
Cook time: 10 Minutes
Total time: 20 Minutes
INGREDIENTS
SWEET RAGI ADAI RECIPE
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Ragi flour -1 cup
- Jaggery - 1/2cup
- Water - 1.3 cups (11/3 cup)
- Grated coconut - 1/4 cup
- Cardamom powder - 1/4 tsp
SPICY RAGI ADAI RECIPE
- Ragi flour - 1 cup
- Water - 1.3 – 1.5 cups
- Tamarind – Medium gooseberry size(optional)
- Turmeric powder –1/8 tsp
- Sambar powder -1 tsp
- Green chillies - 1 no (finely chopped)
- Big onion - 1 no
- Curry leaves - few
- Hing - 2 pinches
- Coriander leaves - few
To temper
- Cooking oil - 1 tbsp
- Mustard seeds - 1/2 tsp
- Urad dal - 1 tsp
- Channa dal - 1 tsp
HOW TO MAKE RAGI ADAI - METHOD
SWEET RAGI ADAI- In a kadai,melt jaggery adding the mentioned quantity of water.Strain after it melts. Again heat the syrup.
- When it starts to roll boil,add the grated coconut & cardamom powder.Boil for few seconds.Now simmer the flame completely and add the ragi flour.Stir it quickly without any lumps.It will become a whole mass and leaves the kadai.
- Switch off the flame and allow it to become warm.When it is warm.grease your hands with gingely oil and knead the dough very well. It would become a soft ball. Keep it covered till use.
- Take a polythene sheet,make balls from the dough and pat it thin. Heat dosa pan and drop the adai. Apply little oil around and cook in medium to high flame for a minute. If you flip it quickly, adai may break because of its softness. So cook till firm. Adjust the flame accordingly. Cook both sides. Remove and serve hot !
SPICY RAGI ADAI- Soak tamarind in little water and take the extract.
- In a kadai, heat oil and temper mustard, urad dal, channa dal. Saute onions,green chillies, curry leaves adding salt and hing.
- Now add the tamarind extract and the remaining water. Total water quantity should be 1.3 – 1.5 cups based on the quality of flour. Add turmeric powder,sambar powder and the required salt. Let it boil for 2 minutes.
- Now simmer the flame completely and add the ragi flour stirring the water in one hand. It will become a whole mass. Keep it covered till use.
- Switch off the flame and after it becomes warm, knead it well to make a dough.
- Make balls and pat in polythene sheet for the desired thickness. Grease your hands with oil whenever necessary.
- Heat a dosa pan and cook this ragi adai on both sides adding few drops of oil. Allow it to cook till it becomes slightly firm else it will break when you flip it. Keep the flame high if needed. Cook on both sides. Remove it.
- Serve hot with raita !
Note
- For this spicy version, adding tamarind is purely optional. But it adds a nice tangy taste to this bland ragi adai.
- U can make it much more easy and simple by adding just finely chopped chillies instead of sambar powder and tamarind extract, It tastes great in that way too.
- If adai comes out dry, water is not sufficient. If adai comes out too soft, water is more. So adjust accordingly.
- Also this adai may break while you flip. Its because of its softness. To overcome this problem, cook the adai in medium to high flame for 1-2 minutes and see that it has become firm. Then flip it. It will come out well.
- Please do not cook in very high flame as it may burn the adai.
- For variations, you can add finely chopped vegetables in spicy version.
Enjoy this ragi adai for breakfast or dinner.Stay healthy and fit
FAQs
Yes, it is safe and beneficial to include ragi in your daily diet. 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.
Is ragi good for vata dosha? ›
For those with a Vata constitution, ragi's grounding and nourishing qualities provide much-needed stability and energy. Even Kapha types can benefit from ragi in moderation, as it is relatively light and can help prevent excess mucus production when incorporated thoughtfully into their diets.
What is the difference between ragi and millet? ›
Finger Millet, also known as Ragi is an important millet grown extensively in various regions of India and Africa. Its scientific name is Eleusine coracana. It ranks sixth in production after wheat, rice, maize, sorghum and bajra in India.
Is ragi good for heart patients? ›
Include ragi in your diet. It promotes regular bowel movements, and prevents constipation. Plus, it's high-fibre content plays a vital role in reducing the risk of heart disease, regulating blood sugar levels, and supporting overall cardiovascular health.
What is the disadvantage of ragi? ›
Thyroid dysfunction: Ragi contains goitrogens, substances that can interfere with thyroid function and lead to an enlarged thyroid gland (goitre) in some people. 3. Flatulence: Some people may experience flatulence or bloating after consuming ragi, particularly if they are not used to consuming a lot of fibre.
When should we avoid ragi? ›
It is important to keep in mind though, that the best time to consume ragi is in the morning, for being fiber-rich, its digestive process is more elaborate and it is usually not okay to eat ragi at night, especially for those with digestive problems and gluten allergies.
Is ragi heating or cooling? ›
According to the books of Ayurveda, ragi is considered a cooling food that helps balance excess heat in the body, but making Ragi Ambali a refreshing drink to beat the summer heat. Ragi is rich in dietary fiber, which helps promote satiety and may aid in weight management by reducing appetite and calorie intake.
Is ragi with milk good or bad? ›
According to Ayurveda, Ragi is good for cholesterol management due to its Ama (toxin) reducing activity. Eating Ragi flakes for breakfast and Ragi flour chapatis is considered good for weight management due to its high fiber content. Applying Ragi flour paste with milk on the face helps to get rid of wrinkles.
Is ragi flour inflammatory? ›
For instance, a study published in the Journal of Food Science found that ragi flour contains antioxidants that can help reduce inflammation. Research also aims to uncover how consuming ragi flour may aid in managing blood sugar levels due to its high fiber content.
Why is ragi so expensive? ›
PUNE: Prices of ragi, jowar, and other types of millets have shot up by 40% to 100% (in the case of brown top minor millet) in one year with International Year of Millets campaigns and entry of multinationals into this segment pushing demand and erratic weather conditions affecting supplies.
The iron content of ragi is 3.9mg/100gm, which is higher than the other cereals except bajra. Ragi is recommended as a wholesome food for diabetic patients. Ragi's protein content has high biological value, so it is easily incorporated into the body. Several amino acids crucial to human health are found in the grain.
Can thyroid patients eat ragi? ›
“Ragi (finger millet) contains phenolic compounds, which are known for their antioxidant properties. However, these compounds can also interact with thyroid function by inhibiting the enzyme system that regulates thyroid hormones,” says Shubha Ramesh L, chief dietician at DHEE Hospital, Bengaluru.
What are the complications of ragi? ›
Excess Potassium: Ragi's health benefits include the presence of potassium in the millet, which is good for the body. However, the excess amount of potassium in the body can cause problems like nausea, chest pain and tingling in the body.
Does ragi help in hair growth? ›
Ragi is full of proteins and amino acids like methionine, which are the building blocks of keratin, the key protein in hair. Ragi can not only promote hair growth but also strengthen hair follicles and reduce hair fall.
Does ragi increase uric acid? ›
jawar, bajra, ragi, buckwheat – are good combinations of starch and fiber. Therefore having millet roti/ porridge/ khichri etc in high uric acid found to be a safe option. This types of Millets are used to reduce uric acid.
How many spoons of ragi per day? ›
This helps control high blood sugar level. Tips: a. Take 3-4 teaspoons of Ragi flour.
Can I replace rice with ragi? ›
Ragi is a source of good carbs along with other amino acids, antioxidants, fibre, protein and iron. It is a better substitute for rice and wheat for people suffering from diabetes as it takes care of their carbohydrate requirement in a better way.
Can you eat millet every day? ›
Including millets in the regular regimen like millet flour or having millets for breakfast can remarkably help in lowering the BMI of obese people. Swapping rice with millets daily can lower accumulation of fat, improves gut health and help you in achieving sustained weight loss.
Does ragi increase sugar levels? ›
Ragi has a low glycemic index (GI), which means it causes a slower and more gradual rise in blood sugar levels compared to high-GI foods. This can be beneficial for people with diabetes as it helps to prevent rapid spikes in blood sugar levels.
