Ragi Dosa / Finger Millet Dosa Recipe

                                    

This Crispy Ragi Dosa makes a nutritious food for the entire family. Made with the healthy goodness of calcium Iron and fiber-rich Ragi or Finger millets and Black gram , this millet dosa can be served for breakfast, lunch or dinner and makes a perfect lunch box menu.You can pair it with any chutney, podi, pickle, dip or sambar. Ragi dosa is vegan, gluten-free, diabetic-friendly, kid-friendly and makes a wonderful weight-loss food as well. This is a fermented version of dosa that uses whole finger millets along with black gram and fenugreek seeds, that are soaked, ground and then the batter is fermented prior to making the dosa.

                                    

What is Ragi / Finger Millet ?

Finger Millet is a nutritious cereal which resembles Mustard seeds in appearance. It is called as Ragi in Hindi, Telugu and Kannada, Nachani in Marathi, Kodra in Himachal Pradesh and Mandia in Oriya. Ragi is a super grain and has been a part of Indian staple diet, especially in Southern Karnataka where it is eaten as a wholesome meal. Ragi is rich in calcium, protein, vitamin, fiber, and carbohydrate.

Health Benefits of Ragi: Source

Strengthens Bones: Ragi is a rich source of calcium. In fact, it is considered as one of the best non-dairy sources of calcium. Calcium is an essential mineral required for keeping our bones and teeth healthy and strong.

Prevents Obesity: Ragi is rich in dietary fiber. This keeps you the feeling of fullness and prevents from overeating.

Battles Anemia: Ragi is an excellent source of iron. It is considered as great food for anemic patients and individuals with low Hemoglobin levels.

Manages Diabetes: Ragi is a low glycemic index food and helps in keeping the blood sugar levels stable. So diabetic patients are advised to incorporate ragi in their regular diet.

Improves Digestion: The dietary fiber in ragi aids in smooth bowel movements, helps in proper digestion of food and prevents constipation.

Good for Lactating Mothers: The presence of amino acids, calcium and iron in ragi enhances the milk production in lactating mothers.          

If you are looking for more millet recipes, do check out the following from this blog. Barnyard Millet Idli, Bajra Cookies,  Barnyard Millet Upma, Bajra Khichdi.

You might also want to check out Ragi Idiyappam recipe from my blogger friend, Narmadha's space which is next on my to do list.

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Dietary Notes: Ragi dosa is

• Vegan and Gluten-free
• Hearty Breakfast / Lunch / Brunch 
• Saatvik / Onion-garlic free
• Kid-friendly
• Diabetic friendly
• Figure friendly / Weight Loss recipe
• Delicious Lunch Box option

Preparation Time: 10-12 hours

Cooking Time:15 minutes

Serves: 6

Ingredients: Measurements used 1 cup = 240 ml

• 1 cup Ragi / Nachni / Finger Millet
• 1/4 cup Skinned black gram / Urad dal
• 1 tablespoon Fenugreek seeds / Methi dana
• 2-3 tablespoon cooked rice / Soaked flattened rice / Poha
• Salt to taste

Method : 

1. Take Ragi, Black gram and Fenugreek seeds in a bowl. Rinse it thoroughly and soak in enough water for around 2-3 hours.
2. Wash again and transfer to a grinder jar with 2 tablespoon boiled rice or soaked poha, salt to taste and around 1/2 cup to 3/4 th cup water. 
3. Grind it to a smooth lump-free batter.
4. Cover and allow the batter to ferment overnight in a dark warm place.
5. Heat a skillet or greased tawa and pour a ladle full of batter in the center and spread it in circular pattern using the back of the ladle.
6. Drizzle little oil at the edges of the dosa and allow it to cook on low to medium flame until it becomes crispy and golden brown.
7. Flip the dosa and allow it to cook from other side as well.
8. Make all dosas in similar manner.
9. Serve hot with Sambar or chutney of your choice and enjoy a hearty healthy breakfast with your loved ones !

            

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