Ragi Malt Recipe

Ragi malt, also known as ragi porridge or ragi java, is a quick traditional and nutritious filling drink that is made with ragi flour, milk, water and sugar. This is a wholesome and delicious drink that has a lot of health benefits and has been enjoyed by generations. It is easy to digest and keeps you full for a longer run which makes it an ideal choice for breakfast for both kids and adults. 

Ragi Malt

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Ragi Malt is a delicious and healthy porridge which is packed with nutrients. It is made by cooking ragi flour with milk or water till thick. Later it is sweetened as per taste and enjoyed warm unlike this spicy ragi porridge.

About Ragi Malt

Ragi malt is a simple yet nutritious drink made with finger millet flour, milk, water, cardamom powder and sweetener. Ragi is naturally a gluten free millet that is packed with a lot of nutrients like calcium, iron, fiber and protein. That makes this ragi malt truly a superfood for your family. 

Ragi Flour is a primarily a powder food, made out of Ragi grain. It is finger millet powder. It has high protein and mineral content. This is an ideal source of protein for vegetarians.

Ragi flour has a low-fat content along with the rich amount of fibres adds to the already long list of ragi flour benefits. The low-fat content aids in weight.

This is such a healthy and filling breakfast. You can feed this for babies as well. Ragi is a great food when you are in diet. Even if you are not in diet, you can take this atleast once a week.

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I absolutely love how this healthy and tasty ragi malt uses just minimal ingredients and comes together in under 15 minutes.

With little patience and constant stirring, you can cook the ragi to the perfect consistency like thick, smooth and creamy without any lumps. 

Ragi is also known for its natural cooling properties, which make this ragi malt a perfect choice for hot summer mornings.

In South India, especially Tamilnadu, it is prepared and offered in Amman temples during the Tamil month of Aadi with a spicy twist to cool the body. 

This drink is also a great healthier alternative to coffee or tea. Adults can enjoy this drink once or twice a week which improves their immunity and helps in digestion.

Ingredients

• Ragi flour / Finger millet flour : Ragi flour or Finger millet flour is the star ingredient of this drink. You can also use homemade sprouted ragi flour to make it even more healthier or store bought flour also works well. 
• Milk : Milk helps to make a creamy drink and improves the taste of ragi. To make it vegan, simply replace milk with any non dairy milk options like coconut milk, almond milk or oat milk as an alternative. 
• Sweetener : Sweeteners like sugar, palm jaggery or jaggery can be added based on your preference. It is used to balance the taste of ragi and adds mild sweetness to the drink. 
• Cardamom powder : Cardamom powder enhances the flavour of the drink and adds mild aroma. 
• Nuts : Chopped nuts like cashew, almond, pistachio are used for garnishing and it adds a nice crunch to the drink. 

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Step by Step Pictures

Jaggery Syrup

1)Start by making jaggery syrup. Take palm jaggery in a sauce pan. Place on heat.

2)Heat palm jaggery till it is melted. cook on low heat till jaggery is melted.

3)Strain the jaggery syrup through a sieve.

4)Jaggery syrup is ready.

Cook Ragi Flour

5)Take ragi flour in a sauce pan. Pour in water and mix well till it is lump free.

6)Pour in milk and mix well until it is lump free.

7)Mix this really well until lump free.

8)Place the sauce pan on heat. Keep mixing while it is cooking, because the ragi will get lumpy if not mixed.

9)Mix well and cook until thick and creamy. Once it comes to a boil, cook for 2 to 3 minutes.

10)Once ragi porridge has thickened remove it off the heat.

Making Malt

11)Add in jaggery syrup and mix well.

12)Add in cardamom powder.

13)Add in chopped almond or any nuts of choice.

14)Mix well. Ragi Malt is ready.

15)Serve hot.

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Expert Tips

• Before heating, whisk the ragi flour with water into a smooth consistency. This helps to prevent forming lumps while cooking.
• As you cook, stir continuously as this is the key point for a rich and creamy texture. 
• Add date syrup as a sweetener for a healthier option. 
• You can also make this savoury, by adding salt instead of sugar based on your preference. 
• To make it rich and flavourful, add a spoon of cocoa powder or nuts powder for a delicious twist.
• Ragi malt thickens once it cools, so add warm water or milk to adjust the consistency before serving. 

Storage & Serving

Ragi malt tastes best when served fresh and warm. 

Store the leftover porridge in an airtight container or glass jar. It stays good in the refrigerator for 1 to 2 days. While reheating, add milk or water to adjust the consistency. 

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Similar Recipe

Ragi porridge for babies : This is a healthy porridge specially made for babies and toddlers. It is made with freshly soaked ragi or homemade sprouted ragi flour and cooked till smooth. Ragi porridge is one of the finger foods offered for infants during their solids time. 

Spicy ragi porridge : This is a spicy version of the healthy ragi porridge. The ragi flour is cooked with water until thick, then mixed with buttermilk and tempered with flavourful spices. Serve this warm for a filling and nutritious drink.