Looking for a healthy and filling breakfast option? This Ragi Upma Recipe is just what you need! Made with sprouted ragi flour, crunchy peanuts, and fresh coconut, this millet-based dish is packed with nutrients and flavor.
Whether you’re aiming for weight management or just want to switch up your breakfast game, this easy-to-make upma will keep you energized all morning.
Let’s dive in and make this wholesome meal together!
Ragi Upma
Description
Ragi Upma is a nutritious twist on the classic South Indian breakfast, transforming finger millet (ragi) flour into a savory, hearty porridge. Toasted mustard seeds and urad dal in hot oil release their nutty aroma, then curry leaves, chopped green chilies, and ginger add bright, spicy notes. Stirring in onions and diced vegetables—like carrots, peas, and bell peppers—creates a colorful, textural base before whisking in ragi flour with water to form a smooth, lump‑free mixture. As the millet cooks, it thickens into a comforting, earthy‑tasting porridge, finished with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice and a sprinkle of chopped cilantro for brightness. Serve Ragi Upma piping hot, topped with toasted peanuts or grated coconut for crunch—a wholesome start to your day.
Ingredients
Instructions
Prep Work
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Chop the ginger finely
Finely chop a small piece of fresh ginger for an even distribution of flavor throughout the upma.
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Slit the green chillies
Slit the green chillies lengthwise for a balanced heat and easier removal if needed. -
Finely chop the onion
Peel and finely chop the onion to ensure quick and even cooking during sautéing. -
Grate the fresh coconut
If using whole coconut, grate it finely for better blending with the ragi mixture.
Method
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Prepare the ragi flour mixture
In a bowl, mix sprouted ragi flour with water gradually until it reaches a crumbly texture
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Steam the ragi flour
To a steamer plate, apply some oil, and spread out the ragi flour evenly.and steam cook for 10 minutes. Set aside after steaming.
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Temper the spices
Heat oil in a pan, add chana dal, urad dal, and peanuts. Roast until golden brown. -
Add aromatic spices
Add mustard seeds, cumin seeds, hing, curry leaves, and chopped ginger. Sauté until fragrant. -
Cook onions and chillies
Add chopped onion, slit green chillies, turmeric, and salt. Mix and cook until onions are translucent. -
Add coconut and steamed ragi
Stir in the grated coconut and steamed ragi flour. Mix everything well. Check the seasoning and adjust if needed. -
Final touch with ghee
Add a teaspoon of ghee and give the upma a final quick mix. -
Serve hot
Serve the ragi upma hot for a healthy, nourishing breakfast.
Equipment
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Nutrition Facts
Servings 3
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 220kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 10g16%
- Saturated Fat 3g15%
- Cholesterol 5mg2%
- Sodium 300mg13%
- Potassium 200mg6%
- Total Carbohydrate 25g9%
- Dietary Fiber 4g16%
- Sugars 2g
- Protein 6g12%
- Vitamin A 100 IU
- Vitamin C 5 mg
- Calcium 60 mg
- Iron 2 mg
- Magnesium 45 mg
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
