It has a soft and crumbly texture — not too soft like upma and not too dry like podimas.
Perfect for busy mornings and weight loss diet.

How to make Ragi Aval Egg and vegetable stir fry

Now lets see how to make this Finger millet egg and vegetable stir fry or the ragi aval upma recipe

Ingredients

• Ragi aval – 1 cup
• water – 1/2 cup
• eggs – 4 (for vegetarian version add panneer and vegan version, add tofu)
• vegetables of your choice – 1/4 cup oi – 2 tbsp
• mustard seeds – little
• urud dal – 1/2 tsp
• cumin seeds – 1/2 tsp
• green chilli – 2 chopped finely
• curry leaves – a handful
• asafoetida – little
• onion – 1 medium sized
• salt – as per taste
• turmeric – less than 1/4 tsp
• coriander leaves for garnishing

Description

• Soak ragi with half cup water. use the same cup used for measuring the ragi.
• Heat oil in a pan.
• Add mustard, urud dal, cumin and fry a min.
• now add the green chilli, cury leaves and asafoetida.
• Add the onion and saute well.
• Add vegetables and sauté well.
• Break eggs and scramble well with the mixture.
• Add soaked ragi aval and mix well
• Add salt and turmeric. Cook until crumbly texture forms.
• Garnish with coriander and serve hot.

Tips

Do not over soak ragi aval.
Cook in medium flame to maintain crumbly texture.
Add more vegetables for kids.

FAQ

Is Ragi Aval good for weight loss?

Yes, it is rich in fiber and keeps you full for longer.

Can I skip egg?

Yes, you can make it completely vegetarian. Add panneer to make it as a vegetarian dish and add tofu to make it full vegan dish

Can it be stored?

Yes you can store it. But I advice you to consume with in the same day, so you can feel the freshness of egg and ragi.

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Ragi Aval Halwa is a quick and healthy sweet made using ragi flakes, coconut and ghee. This recipe is perfect when you want a homemade dessert without spending too much time in the kitchen.

Easy Ragi Aval Halwa made with ragi flakes, coconut and ghee. A healthy millet sweet recipe ready in 10 minutes and its Perfect for beginners. If you have sudden guests in your house, and you want to make something healthy and sweet and this ragi flakes halwa is your go to recipe.

What is Ragi Aval ?

Ragi aval is flattened ragi (finger millet) flakes, similar to poha but made from ragi. It cooks quickly and is rich in iron, fiber and calcium. Ragi aval or Finger millet flakes is healthier than rice flakes and taking this millet flakes is a healthier choice for your daily life.

Why You’ll Love This Ragi Aval Halwa Recipe

• Ready in 10 minutes
• Made with millet
• No maida
• Beginner-friendly

If you like halwa recipes, then check my other halwa recipes like below and some quick sweet recipes

• carrot halwa
• Badam halwa
• Apple halwa
• Banana halwa
• Tradional mango halwa
• Quick mango halwa
• Tradional carrot halwa
• Beetroot halwa
• Chana dal halwa
• Milk Halwa

Check my other Millet recipes like

• Ragi aval egg and vegetable stir fry
• Foxtail millet sweet pongal
• Ragi idiyappam
• Instant Ragi dosa
• Ragi Semiya upma

Now lets see How to Make Ragi Aval Halwa

Ingredients

• 1 cup ragi flakes
• ½ cup grated coconut
• 1cup powdered jaggery (adjust)
• 4 tbsp ghee
• 8–10 cashews
• 1 cup water
• Cardamom powder little
• Salt a pinch

Procedure to make the Halwa

Heat ghee in the pan lightly and add the cashews. Fry the cashews until golden and keep it separately.

In the same pan, add the freshly grated coconut and fry till it turns into light brown in med flame. Remove and keep it aside. Now without adding any ghee, add ragi flakes and lightly roast.

Add water and cook until soft. The ragi flakes starts to thicken and comes to a sticky consistency.

Now add powdered jaggery and mix well, till the jaggery fully melts. Add a pinch of salt and Mix well.

At this time, add the fried grated coconut and mix till ghee oozes out from the sides of the pan. Cook until halwa comes to a thick and glossy texture. Add the fried cashews and little cardamom.

Mix it well and serve it hot hot.

Serve warm and enjoy!

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Recipe to make the Halwa

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Ragi Aval Halwa

Ragi Aval Halwa is a quick and healthy sweet made using ragi flakes, coconut and ghee. This recipe is perfect when you want a homemade dessert without spending too much time in the kitchen. Easy Ragi Aval Halwa made with ragi flakes, coconut and ghee. A healthy millet sweet recipe ready in 10 minutes and its Perfect for beginners.

Course Dessert, sweet

Cuisine Indian, South Indian, tamil nadu

Keyword ragi, ragi aval

Cook Time 15 minutes minutes

Total Time 15 minutes minutes

Servings 4

Calories 2000kcal

Author Akila

Cost 5

Equipment

• 1 pan or kadai

Ingredients

• 1 cup ragi flakes
• ½ cup grated coconut
• 1 cup powdered jaggery adjust
• 4 tbsp ghee
• 8 –10 cashews
• 1 cup water
• Cardamom powder little
• Salt a pinch

Instructions

• Heat ghee in the pan lightly and add the cashews. Fry the cashews until golden and keep it separately.
• In the same pan, add the freshly grated coconut and fry till it turns into light brown in med flame. Remove and keep it aside. Now without adding any ghee, add ragi flakes and lightly roast.
• Add water and cook until soft. The ragi flakes starts to thicken and comes to a sticky consistency.
• Now add powdered jaggery and mix well, till the jaggery fully melts. Add a pinch of salt and Mix well.
• At this time, add the fried grated coconut and mix till ghee oozes out from the sides of the pan. Cook until halwa comes to a thick and glossy texture. Add the fried cashews and little cardamom.
• Mix it well and serve it hot hot.

Notes

Instead of powdered jaggery you can use sugar or palm sugar, and adjust according to your taste. If using jaggery with impurities, melt and strain before adding.
always serve the halwa immediately, for best taste.
Even though it is made with millet aval, the calorie content will be high because of jaggery, ghee and coconut. So if you are into weight loss, then just have a teaspoonful of halwa. it is nutrient rich, but energy dense.
Use medium-thick ragi flakes for best texture. Thin flakes may turn mushy.
Always roast ragi flakes lightly before adding water. This enhances flavor.
Cook on low–medium flame to avoid burning at the bottom.
Halwa thickens as it cools, so stop cooking when slightly soft.

Storage option

Best served fresh. Can be stored in refrigerator for 1 day.

Frequently Asked Questions – Ragi Aval Halwa

1⃣ What is Ragi Aval?

Ragi aval is flattened ragi (finger millet) flakes, similar to poha but made from ragi. It cooks quickly and is rich in iron, fiber and calcium.

2⃣ Is Ragi Aval Halwa healthy?

Yes, it is healthier compared to maida-based sweets because it uses millet. However, since it contains jaggery, ghee and coconut, it is calorie-dense. Enjoy in moderation.

3⃣ Can I replace jaggery with sugar?

Yes, you can use sugar instead of jaggery. The taste will be slightly different. Jaggery gives a deeper, traditional flavor.

4⃣ Can I make this halwa vegan?

Yes. Replace ghee with coconut oil. The flavor will change slightly but it still tastes delicious.

5⃣ Why is my halwa dry or hard?

This happens if:

1. Too little water is added
2. It is overcooked
3. Sugar syrup or jaggery becomes too thick. Add a little warm water and mix to loosen the texture.

6⃣ Why is my halwa sticky?

If jaggery syrup is not strained or if excess water is added, halwa may turn sticky. Cook a little longer until it thickens.

7⃣ How long can I store Ragi Aval Halwa?

It stays good:
At room temperature: 6–8 hours
In refrigerator: 1–2 days
Reheat with 1 tsp ghee before serving.

8⃣ Can I add milk instead of water?

Yes, you can replace water with milk for a richer taste. However, shelf life reduces if milk is used.

9⃣ Is this recipe good for kids?

Yes, ragi is rich in calcium and iron. Reduce jaggery slightly if making for small children.

Can I make this for festivals?

Absolutely! This halwa is perfect for small poojas, Navratri, or as a quick prasadam-style sweet.

Notes or tips for this Ragi flakes halwa

1. Instead of powdered jaggery you can use sugar or palm sugar, and adjust according to your taste. If using jaggery with impurities, melt and strain before adding.
2. always serve the halwa immediately, for best taste.
3. Even though it is made with millet aval, the calorie content will be high because of jaggery, ghee and coconut. So if you are into weight loss, then just have a teaspoonful of halwa. it is nutrient rich, but energy dense.
4. Use medium-thick ragi flakes for best texture. Thin flakes may turn mushy.
5. Always roast ragi flakes lightly before adding water. This enhances flavor.
6. Cook on low–medium flame to avoid burning at the bottom.
7. Halwa thickens as it cools, so stop cooking when slightly soft.

Pro Tips for Perfect Texture

For softer halwa – Add 1–2 tbsp extra hot water at the end.
For richer taste – Replace half water with milk.
For glossy finish – Add 1 tsp ghee at the final stage.
For grainy texture like temple style – Do not overmix after sugar melts.
For extra flavor – Add a pinch of edible camphor (very little!).

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Also this is one of the first millet recipe in my blog. Soon planning to try various recipes with different millets.

Ingredients

Foxtail Millet – 1 cup
moong dal – 3/4 cup
Ghee – 5 tbsp
water – 5 cups
powdered jaggery – 2 cups
salt – less than 1/4 tsp
cashews – 10 to 12
raisins – 10 to 12
cardamom – 3 crushed

Thinai Sakkarai Pongal – A Healthy Twist on the Classic Sweet Pongal
If you’ve grown up in Tamil Nadu or any South Indian household, Sakkarai Pongal (also called Chakkarai Pongal) is more than just a dish — it’s pure comfort in a bowl. That rich, ghee-laden aroma, the melt-in-your-mouth texture, and the perfect balance of sweetness from jaggery makes it irresistible, especially during festivals like Pongal, Navarathri, or Thaipusam.
But what if we could enjoy this traditional treat while adding extra nutrition? Enter Thinai Sakkarai Pongal — the wholesome version made with foxtail millet (thinai) instead of rice. Foxtail millet has been a part of Tamil cuisine for centuries, praised in ancient texts, and it’s making a strong comeback today as a superfood.
Why Choose Thinai (Foxtail Millet)?
Foxtail millet is a powerhouse grain:
Low glycemic index — helps manage blood sugar better than regular rice.
Rich in iron, magnesium, protein, and B vitamins.
Supports digestion, boosts metabolism, and keeps you fuller for longer.
Gluten-free and diabetic-friendly when consumed mindfully.
Swapping rice for thinai gives you the same creamy, comforting pongal experience with added health benefits — perfect for everyday indulgence or festive occasions without the guilt.
Ingredients (Serves 4–5 people)
½ cup thinai (foxtail millet)
¼–½ cup moong dal (pasi paruppu / yellow split gram) — use ½ cup for richer, creamier texture
¾–1 cup jaggery (powdered or grated) — adjust to taste; organic works best
1–1½ cups water (for cooking millets)
½–1 cup milk (or plant-based milk for vegan version)
3–4 tbsp ghee (divided)
10–12 cashew nuts
10–15 raisins
¼ tsp cardamom powder
Optional pinch of edible camphor (pachai karpooram) for that authentic temple-style aroma
Step-by-Step Recipe
Prep the grains
Rinse the thinai and moong dal together 2–3 times until the water runs clear. (Some people dry-roast them lightly for extra aroma — optional but recommended.)
Pressure cook
Add the rinsed thinai + moong dal to a pressure cooker.
Pour in 1½–2 cups water + ½ cup milk (total liquid ≈ 3–4 times the grain volume for mushy consistency).
Cook for 4–5 whistles on medium flame until soft and mushy. Let pressure release naturally.
Alternative (stovetop): Cook in a heavy-bottomed pan, stirring occasionally, until fully soft (may take 25–35 minutes).
Prepare jaggery syrup
In a separate pan, add jaggery + ½ cup water. Heat on low-medium flame until jaggery fully melts.
Strain to remove impurities (optional if using clean jaggery powder).
Bring to a gentle boil for 3–4 minutes to get a slightly thick syrup (no need for string consistency).
Combine
Mash the cooked millet-dal mixture lightly with a ladle for creaminess.
Pour the hot jaggery syrup into the cooked mixture (or vice versa — both ways work).
Mix well on low flame for 5–8 minutes until it comes together into a glossy, semi-thick pongal consistency.
Add cardamom powder and a pinch of edible camphor (if using). Adjust sweetness if needed.
Tempering (the soul of pongal!)
Heat 2–3 tbsp ghee in a small pan.
Fry cashews until golden, then add raisins until they plump up.
Pour this entire ghee-nut mixture over the pongal and mix gently.
Serve hot — drizzled with an extra teaspoon of ghee on top for that irresistible shine.
Tips for the Perfect Thinai Sakkarai Pongal
Use good-quality, dark jaggery for deeper flavor and color.
The pongal thickens as it cools, so keep it slightly loose while hot.
For richer taste, increase ghee and use more moong dal.
Store leftovers in the fridge for 1–2 days; reheat with a splash of milk.
Thinai Sakkarai Pongal proves that tradition and health can go hand in hand. Next time you’re craving something sweet and soul-satisfying, skip the guilt and reach for this millet version — your body (and taste buds) will thank you!
Have you tried making pongal with millets yet? Which millet is your favorite for sweet dishes? Let me know in the comments!
Happy cooking & happy feasting!

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Foxtail Millet Sweet Pongal

A delicious and healthy foxtail millet sweet pongal also called Thinai sakkarai pongal in Tamil. This foxtail millet sweet pongal is one of the tastiest pongal I have ever had.

Course sweet

Cuisine Indian

Prep Time 30 minutes minutes

Cook Time 20 minutes minutes

Servings 3 people

Calories 400kcal

Author Akila

Equipment

• pressure cooker, tadka pan

Ingredients

• Foxtail Millet – 1 cup
• moong dal – 3/4 cup
• Ghee – 5 tbsp
• water – 5 cups
• powdered jaggery – 2 cups
• salt – less than 1/4 tsp
• cashews – 10 to 12
• raisins – 10 to 12
• cardamom – 3 crushed

Instructions

• soak the millet for 1 hr and dal for 30 min.
• filter the water and fry them in the pressure cooker adding 1 tbsp of ghee
• add water and cook them for 5 whistles
• they turn mushy.
• add the powdered jaggery, salt and mix well
• In a small tadka pan, add the remining ghee and fry the raisins and cashews.
• add the fried nuts and crushed cardamom to the millet pongal
• tasty foxtail millet sweet pongal is ready to be served.

Notes

1. instead of jaggery, you can add karupatti or katti vellam
2. i used powdered jaggery for easy cooking, if you are using katti vellam, melt it with water and add to the millet
3. the colour of the pongal changes according to the jaggery we use

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Ragi idiyappam | kezhvaragu idiyappam recipe with easy step by step pictures for your easy understanding and learning.

Ragi Idiyappam Recipe

Ragi idiyappam or Kezhvaragu Idiyappam or Finger millet String hoppers has become my family favorite now a days. My kids started loving it, when I explained the goodness of Ragi and I am surprised to see they didn’t deny or complain about it. Do try out this healthy Ragi idiyappam recipe and comment. 

 

You can check other Ragi Recipes below

Ragi Koozh

Instant Ragi Dosa

Ragi Semiya Upma

 

step by step instructions of ragi idipappam

Ingredients 

Ragi Flour – 2 cups

Rice flour – 1/2 cup ( idiyappam flour )

Boiling water – 4 to 5 cups ( + or – )

Oil – 2 tsp

Salt – as per taste

Sugar – as per taste and for garnishing 

Grated coconut – for garnishing

 

 

Method

1. Take the correct amount of flours. Dry roast the Ragi flour for 5 to 6 min. 

 

2. Add the rice flour, mix with Ragi flour and again roast for just 3 min. Switch off the stove.  Allow to cool down. Add the salt and mix it. 

 

3. Add the boiling water little by little and keep on mixing the flours, until they become soft and pliable. Add the oil and mix. 

 

4. Take a handful portion of flour and fill the idiyappam mould or Sev press. ( I tried with idiyappam mould, but could not press it, so used the murukku sev press ).  

 

5. Press the mould on the idiyappam plates or idli plates. Steam cook them for 8 to 10 min. 

 

6. Once cooked, serve hot by sprinkling sugar and grated coconut.

 

Tasty and Healthy Ragi Idiyappam is ready. 

 

Notes:

1. Since the Ragi flour is bit coarse, I used the murukku sev press. 

2. Addition of grated coconut is purely optional. 

 

 

 

Recipe to make Ragi Idiyappam

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Ragi idiyappam | Kezhvaragu Idiyappam | Finger Millet String Hoppers

Ragi Idiyappam | kezhvaragu idiyappam is really a very healthy and tasty breakfast. It is very good for the people with diabetics and people with low iron level.

Course Breakfast

Cuisine South Indian

Keyword finger millet string hoppers, kezhvaragu idiyappam, ragi idiyappam

Prep Time 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time 10 minutes minutes

Total Time 25 minutes minutes

Servings 4

Calories 298kcal

Author Akila

Ingredients

• Ragi Flour – 2 cups
• Rice flour – 1/2 cup idiyappam flour
• Boiling water – 4 to 5 cups + or –
• Oil – 2 tsp
• Salt – as per taste
• Sugar – as per taste and for garnishing
• Grated coconut – for garnishing

Instructions

• Take the correct amount of flours. Dry roast the Ragi flour for 5 to 6 min.
• Add the rice flour, mix with Ragi flour and again roast for just 3 min. Switch off the stove. Allow to cool down. Add the salt and mix it.
• Add the boiling water little by little and keep on mixing the flours, until they become soft and pliable. Add the oil and mix.
• Take a handful portion of flour and fill the idiyappam mould or Sev press. ( I tried with idiyappam mould, but could not press it, so used the murukku sev press ).
• Press the mould on the idiyappam plates or idli plates. Steam cook them for 8 to 10 min.
• Once cooked, serve hot by sprinkling sugar and grated coconut.

Notes

Since the Ragi flour is bit coarse, I used the murukku sev press.
Addition of grated coconut is purely optional.

*post published on June 12 2015. Updated with recipe.

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Ragi semiya upma Recipe is a healthy Ragi / Finger millet recipe which is very healthy and tasty breakfast recipe. It can be taken by the people planning to loose weight and can also be given to the kids, as it is more rice in iron and calcium.

Ragi semiya upma recipe with easy step by step instructions for your easy understanding and learning.

How to make this finger millet vermicelli Upma

I am not a big fan of ragi flour dishes  other than Ragi Koozh. Actually I have a love hate relationship with Ragi. Sometimes I start cooking Ragi Dosa, Ragi upma, Ragi Puttu etc… and after sometime I start hating it. I don’t why. Poor Ragi. Now again I started my liking towards Ragi and planned to prepare different recipes using this ingredient. So I start with this easy and spicy Ragi Semiya Upma. 

 

Other Breakfast recipes for you to check
Banana Kuzhipaniyaram
Podi Oothappam

Quinoa Idli

Semiya Upma

Oats Rawa Dosai

Vegetable Rice Sevai Upma

Minced Poori Recipe

 

 

Step by step instructions to make the upma

Ingredients

• Ragi Semiya – 1 packet
• Mustard seeds – 1/5 tsp
• Urud dal – 1/4 tsp
• Channa dal – 1/2 tsp
• Curry leaves – 1 spring
• Onion – 2 small sized (chopped finely)
• Green chillis – 3 (chopped finely)
• Ginger – 1/2 inch (chopped finely)
• Garlic – 4 to 5 cloves ( chopped nicely )
  Hing – 1/4 tsp
• Salt – as per taste + 3/4 tsp while cooking the semiya
• Coriander leaves – for garnishing 

 

 

 

Method

1. Add the uncooked Ragi Semiya to a big bowl and add 3/4tsp of salt. Add the boiling water, till it covers the Semiya fully. 

 

7. Garnish with coriander leaves and serve hot with groundnut chutney.

 

Tasty and healthy ragi semiya upma is ready to be served.

 

Recipe for making Ragi Semiya Upma

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Ragi Semiya Upma | How to make Ragi Vermicelli Upma

Ragi semiya upma Recipe is a healthy Ragi / Finger millet recipe which is very healthy and tasty breakfast recipe. This can be given to kids and also good for people planning to loose weight.

Course Breakfast

Cuisine South Indian, tamil nadu

Keyword finger millet semiya, ragi semiya, ragi semiya upma

Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time 15 minutes minutes

Total Time 25 minutes minutes

Servings 4

Calories 250kcal

Author Akila

Ingredients

• Ragi Semiya – 1 packet
• Mustard seeds – 1/5 tsp
• Urud dal – 1/4 tsp
• Channa dal – 1/2 tsp
• Curry leaves – 1 spring
• Onion – 2 small sized chopped finely
• Green chillis – 3 chopped finely
• Ginger – 1/2 inch chopped finely
• Garlic – 4 to 5 cloves chopped nicely
• Hing – 1/4 tsp
• Salt – as per taste + 3/4 tsp while cooking the semiya
• Coriander leaves – for garnishing

Instructions

• Add the uncooked Ragi Semiya to a big bowl and add 3/4tsp of salt. Add the boiling water, till it covers the Semiya fully.
• Now close the vessel and let it rest for 5 min. Leave it only for 5 min otherwise it might become so mushy. (Or check the instructions given in the packet)
• Filter the content and keep aside. Now transfer the content to the Idli plates and steam cook for another 5 min as we cook the idlis.
• Remove from the idli cooker and allow to cool down.
• Now in a pan, add oil and when hot add the mustard seeds. When it splutters add the Urud dal, channa dal and curry leaves. When they turn light brown, add the onion, ginger, garlic and green chillies. Fry them nicely till the onions become translucent. Now add the cooked semiya.
• Keep mixing the semiya till it gets mixed fully with other ingredients. This takes just 2 to 3 min.
• Garnish with coriander leaves and serve hot with groundnut chutney.

Notes

check the above notes

*Post published on feb 10th 2015. Updated with recipe.

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As I already said in my Ragi Semiya Upma, I started preparing my Ragi recipes. So today I am here with Instant Ragi Dosa. This Dosa can be prepared in many different ways as per our taste. If you have Ragi flour in hand, this can be made in a jiffy. This one one of the easy way of preparing. My lil one also loved the taste and my hubby too said, he liked it very much. 

Some more Ragi recipes for your view…

Ragi Koozh

Ragi Semiya Upma

Instant Ragi Dosa

Preparation time: 08 min | Cook Time: 5 min | Serves: 4

Recipe Category: Main | Recipe Cuisine: South Indian

Ingredients 

Ragi flour – 1 cup

Wheat flour – 1/4 cup

Rice flour – 1/4 cup
Onion – 1 (Chopped finely)

Green chillies – 2 (Chopped finely)

Cumin seeds – 1/4 tsp

Salt as per taste 

Curry leaves – few

Coriander leaves – few

Water – 2 cups ( + or – ) 

Method 

1. Mix the Ragi flour, rice flour, wheat flour and add the green chillies, curry leaves, onion, cumin seeds, salt and coriander leaves. Add water and mix it without any lumps and prepare as a dosa batter consistency.

2. In the Dosa pan, add a tsp of oil and add one spatula of batter and make a dosa form. When it got cooked, flip to the other side and cook.

3. Serve it with any spicy chutney or Tomato Thokku.

Yummy and healthy Ragi Dosa is Ready

Notes:

1. You can add crushed fresh black pepper as per your spice level. I didnt add, as I need to give for my kids.

2. If you have left over batter of idli or dosa, you can add 1 laddle full of that.

3. If you add more rice flour, your dosa will become crispy. For Soft dosa’s replace rice flour with wheat flour itself.
4. My father said, we can add few drumstick leaves instead of curry leaves. 

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Now a days I am trying different varieties of idli and as a first step I tried this Quinoa idli and it came soft and spongy and nobody believed that it is made up of quinoa. The remaining batter I even used to prepare the dosa also and it also came out good. Lets see how to prepare this Quinoa Idli.

Some breakfast recipes in this blog as below

Semiya Upma

Khara Pongal
Simple Rawa Idli

Podi Oothappam
Coconut sevai

How to make Quinoa Idli

Preparation time: 7 min (excluding soaking time: 8 hrs + 40 min grinding) | Cook Time: 10 min | Serves: 5

Recipe Category: Break fast | Recipe Cuisine: South Indian

Ingredients

Idli rice – 3 cups

Quinoa – 2 cups

Urud dal – 1 cup

Flattened Rice (aval / poha) – 1 cup

Fenugreek seeds – 2 tbsp

Salt – 1/4 tsp

Water – as required

Method

1. Soak the rice and fenugreek seeds. This should be soaked for 5 to 6 hrs. 

2. Soak the quinoa and Urud dal 1 hr before grinding the rice. In the grinder, add the rice, fenugreek seeds and quinoa and add water little by little and start grinding. 

3. Add the Urud dal and flattened rice to the grinder and and grind to the smooth paste. Add water now and then. Add salt to it. The batter should not too thick or too watery.

4. Once it has reached its medium consistency then remove from the grinder and transfer to the vessel. Allow to ferment overnight or 8 hrs atleast. After fermentation, the batter would have raised in volume. Give a mix slightly and now the batter is ready for preparing the idli. 

5. Now in the idli moulds, add the idli batter and steam cook for 7 to 8 min or till idli gets cooked. 

6. Serve the hot hot idlis with Sambar or chutney. I seved with normal sambar and peanut chutney. 

Yummy, soft and spongy Quinoa Idli is ready

Notes: 
1. I have added aval, in order to make idlis more soft. You can prepare without adding also.
2. You can vary the ratio of the idli rice and quinoa and try it. But do not reduce the rice less than 2 cups, as I cannot guarantee the softness of the idli. Do not reduce the ratio of urud dal. Maintain it as 5:1 for rice+quinoa and dal.

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Ingredients

• Quinoa seeds – 1 cup
• Water – 2 cups
• Salt – a pinch (optional)
• Milk – 3/4 litre
• Sugar – 1.5 cups (adjust accordingly to the sweetness)
• Nuts – few cashews, almonds, pista
• Raisins – few
• Few strands of saffron
• Ghee for frying the nuts – 1 tsp

Method

• Wash and cook quinoa with 2 cups of water and salt in the pressure cooker for 3 whistles.

• In a small pan, add ghee and fry the nuts and raisins and keep aside.
• In a wide pan, add the milk and saffron and allow the milk to boil.

• Now add in the cooked quinoa and sugar and let it cook for 5 minutes.

• Add the fried nuts and raisins, give a stir.
• Healthy and delicious quinoa payasam is ready to be served. 

Note: 
Quinoa can be cooked without the pressure cooker also, but takes more than 10 min.
Salt is optional. We used to add a pinch of salt as we feel it enhances the taste.

This goes to my event Dish name starts with Q

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Koozh mostly the Raagi Koozh (Kezhvaragu koozh) is famous in Tamil Nadu that too in Aadi Month. It is distributed in Mariamman Temples as Prasadham. It is so healthy and makes the body cool. In my childhood days, i used to drink this and i love the taste. After a very long time, i want to prepare this and after i prepared, i just went back to my childhood days again.

How to make Ragi Koozh

Preparation time: 35 min (Exclude fermentation time – 8 hrs) | Cook Time: 30 min | Serves: 8

Recipe Category: Porridge | Recipe Cuisine: South Indian

Ingredients

To make Koozh

• Raagi flour – 2.5 cups
• Rice – 1/2 cup

To Serve

• Curd – 1 cup
• Onion – 1 Chopped
• Salt – as per taste

Method
1. Take the ragi flour. (Around 250 gms). Add enough water to the ragi flour.

2. Mix well without any lumps and soak overnight (upto 8 hours atleast). (It should be in Batter form)

3. Cook the rice as usual in a open vessel or in cooker. When the rice is 3/4th cooked, switch off the gas.

4. In a big Vessel, first add 2 cup of hot water and allow to boil. To this add the rice and the ragi batter. 

5. Keep on mixing the batter well, keeping the flame in between low to medium.

6. If the Koozh thickens, add some more hot water to it. Allow it to cook for 10 to 15 minutes or till the bubbles comes in the surface while boiling. Switch off the gas and allow to cool completely and the Koozh is ready. This can be preserved till 4 to 5 days when refrigerated.

To Serve

1. The Koozh will be in thick consistency.

2. In order to serve, take 1 cup of koozh and add 1 or 2 cup of water and make it a batter consistency.

3. To this add salt, onion and curd.

4. Serve it.

My old pictues

[I like the koozh taste without adding curd, so i didnt add it].

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