Millet (Bajra) Raab – Immunity-Building Home Remedy
A warm, nourishing drink made from pearl millet flour, jaggery, ghee and spices. Bajra raab helps boost immunity, supports digestion and provides long-lasting energy — ideal for winters or when recovering from cold.
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Heat ghee in a saucepan on low-medium flame. Once the ghee melts and becomes warm, add ajwain seeds and let them sputter for a few seconds.
- Add the bajra (pearl millet) flour to the hot ghee and roast for 2-3 minutes, stirring continuously to avoid burning. The flour will begin to release a nutty aroma.
- Slowly add water to the roasted flour while stirring continuously to avoid lumps. Once water is added, mix well so the mixture becomes smooth.
- Stir in grated jaggery (or powdered), dry ginger powder, black pepper powder (if using), and a pinch of salt. Keep stirring until jaggery dissolves completely.
- Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 5-7 minutes, stirring often, until the raab thickens slightly (or remains thin, depending on preference).
- Taste and adjust sweetness or spice as needed. Pour into cups and serve warm. Optionally, garnish with a few nuts (like chopped almonds) for extra nutrition.
Notes
You can adjust the water quantity to get a thin drink or a thicker porridge-like raab. For a dairy-rich version, you can use warm milk instead of water. Adding a pinch of saffron or a few chopped nuts boosts both taste and nutrition.