on Oct 27, 2023 I don’t know about you, but every time that I begin to feel under the weather, all I want to eat is something warm, comforting, and simple. It was on one of those days that this ragi soup idea was born. I love a bowl of ragi malt for breakfast so it only made sense to try out a savoury preparation with that similar consistency. I add vegetables to this which makes the textures super interesting and also just turns this ragi soup into a wholesome meal on its own. This is the ULTIMATE sick day recipe! Of late, I’ve really been enjoying incorporating ragi recipes into my weekly meals. Apart from how nutritious it is – loaded in calcium, iron, protein, fiber and other minerals – it’s really light on the stomach and if prepared well, it actually can be quite yummy.
Ingredients You’ll Need to Make Ragi Soup
Ragi: using ragi flour here also called finger millet flourWater: we need 0.5 cup water to make the ragi slurry and 3.5 cups water for the soup
Sauté:
Ghee or clarified butter Jeera/Cumin
Vegetables
Carrots: dicedFrench Green Beans: dicedMushrooms: choppedYou can also add broccoli, corn, peas, bell peppers – any vegetables of your preference.
Seasoning
SaltPepper
How to Make Ragi Soup
- In a pot, heat ghee and add cumin seeds (jeera). Once the jeera starts spluttering, add ginger, diced carrots, beans, salt, pepper, and 3.5 cups of water. Bring this to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer and continue for 10 minutes.
- Add the chopped mushrooms and simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- In a separate bowl, mix the ragi with half a cup of water until it’s smooth, ensuring there are no lumps to make the ragi slurry.
- Slowly add this ragi slurry to the soup while stirring continuously until fully incorporated. Keep stirring until the soup begins to thicken. Simmer for 4-5 more minutes, then turn off the flame. Serve the Ragi Soup hot. Enjoy!
Ragi / Finger Millet Benefits
Ragi is gluten-free and rich in fiber, making it easily digestible
It’s rich in antioxidants as well as Vitamin C and E which makes it perfect to have when you’re feeling unwell to boost immunity
Ragi is a powerhouse of nutrients like calcium, magnesium, iron, sodium, and potassium
Top Tips To Make The Best Ragi Soup
You can make this soup even more wholesome by adding in boiled chickpeas, beans as well as small pieces of paneer or tofu. Ragi soup tends to thicken as it gets cold, so it’s best to serve right off the stove. However if you are making it ahead, you can easily add a little water and reheat it to bring it back to the desired consistency.
You’ve got to add this ragi soup to your list of finger millet recipes to try out (along with my Ragi Crepes)! If there’s an interesting way that you like to prepare ragi, tell me about it over on my Instagram @my_foodstory. If you’re also down with the flu like me, you’ll find my Soup Season Roundup helpful – I’ve got soups on rotation all week! LOVE THIS RECIPE? Subscribe to my newsletter and be the first to receive all new recipes!
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