Easy Ragi Mudde Recipe
Discover the traditional and straightforward recipe for Ragi Mudde, a popular and healthy dish from Karnataka. Packed with nutrients, this wholesome meal is easy to make and perfect for any occasion.
Servings: 3
Calories: 367kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 cups ragi flour
- 5 cups water
- salt to tatse
- 1 tablespoon oil
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix together 2 cups of finger millet flour with 2 cups of water. Use a wooden spatula or a wooden spoon and knead the dough batter until it is smooth and free of lumps.
- In a heavy-bottomed pot, bring 3 cups of water to a boil along with oil and salt.salt to tatse, 1 tablespoon oil
- Gradually add the smooth dough to the boiling water over medium heat, stirring continuously to avoid any lumps and from the dough sticking to the bottom of the pan.
- Stir over low heat until the mixture thickens and turns glossy. This it prevents the soft ragi mudde from having lumps.
- Give it a good mix again, and make sure to check that the mixture is non-sticky, indicating that the flour is cooked well.
- Cool slightly to a luke warm temperature and pour a ball-sized mixture into a greased bowl. Using a bowl makes it easy to handle the heat and allows for easy shaping.
- Prepare mudde balls by shaping the ragi mixture to soft balls
- Finally, enjoy ragi mudde recipe with a spicy curry or Saaru.
Notes
- Be sure to cook the ragi mudde on low heat. If you cook it on high heat, the flour will burn too fast and harden.
- Be sure to use equal portions of ragi flour and water
- Adding coconut oil is optional. However, it enhances the flavor and texture.
- Use a wooden spatula as it is sturdy and good to turn.
- The Ragi Mudde Recipe tastes great when served with spicy sambar, saaru, and chutney.
Nutrition
Calories: 367kcal | Carbohydrates: 59g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 0.3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Sodium: 20mg | Calcium: 12mg