Ragi Halwa with Jaggery
Ragi ka Halwa
Karnataka-style finger millet halwa. Half the calories of sooji halwa. Ideal for new mothers.
Prep
5 min
Cook
15 min
Total
20 min
Servings
4
Calories
140 kcal
Nutrition Per Serving
140
kcal
2.5g
Protein
22g
Carbs
5g
Fat
0g
Fiber
Calorie Breakdown
Ingredients
- ½ cup Ragi flour(Ragi Aata)
- 2 tbsp Ghee(Ghee)
- 3 tbsp Jaggery(Gud)
- ¼ tsp Cardamom powder(Elaichi)
- 1 tbsp Almonds(Badam)
Method
- 1
Roast ragi flour in 1 tbsp ghee on low flame for 5-6 minutes.
- 2
Dissolve jaggery in warm water and strain.
- 3
Slowly add jaggery water, stirring continuously to prevent lumps.
- 4
Cook until thick. Add remaining ghee, cardamom, and nutmeg.
- 5
Garnish with sliced almonds.
Health Benefits
- Half the calories of sooji halwa
- Jaggery provides iron (11mg/100g)
- Ideal for new mothers
Ayurvedic Properties
Dosha Effect
Best for Vata
Best Season
Winter
Agni Effect
Nourishing
Helpful For
Tip: Half the calories of sooji halwa. Ideal for new mothers.
Source: Two Sciences One Plate - Chapter 31
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