Ragi Chocolate Sheera

Luke Coutinho (Hemali Malavia - Head nutritonist and lifestyle expert - Head hormone vertical)
Ragi or finger millet originated in Africa and has been cultivated for many thousands of years in Africa. Ragi is rich in protein and is a perfect protein source for vegetarians. It has the highest amount of calcium and potassium amongst millets and is also a great source of iron making it beneficial for individuals with low haemoglobin levels. It is low in fat and is gluten free, making it easy to digest. Ragi halwa is a nutritious preparation made of the powerful ingredients and had can be relished by tiny tastebuds as well as seniors too.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 2 minutes
Total Time 7 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine Indian
Servings 2
Calories 200 kcal

Equipment

  • Cooking pan/kashi
  • Ladle

Ingredients
  

  • 3 tbsp Ragi/Finger millet rawa
  • ½ tbsp Sattu
  • 1 tbsp Unsweetened raw cacao powder
  • 1 tbsp Ghee
  • ¼ cup Water
  • 1 tsp Vanilla extract
  • 1 tbsp Jaggery powder

Instructions
 

  • Take ghee in a pan and heat it.
  • Add ragi rawa, sattu and cacao powder.
  • Sauté till its aromatic.
  • Add water and cook till it's firm.
  • Add vanilla extract.
  • Mix it properly.
  • Switch off the gas.
  • Add jaggery powder.
  • Mix it till jaggery powder dissolves.
  • Garnish it with chopped nuts as per choice. (Note - you can use milk instead of water. In that case, use 2-3 tbsp jaggery powder.)
  • Add jaggery powder only after you switch off the gas.

Notes

  • Ragi rawa, the wonder grain is rich in fibre and calcium. It's packed with good carbs and amino acids
  • Variation: You can add vegetables too and make a savoury version.

Nutrition

Calories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 3.36gFat: 4.8g
Keyword traditional
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