Ragi (Finger Millet) Halwa
Ragi Halwa is a healthy Indian dessert made with finger millet flour, ghee and jaggery. It’s light, nourishing and perfect for a quick sweet craving.
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Heat ghee in a pan on low flame.
- Add ragi flour and roast for 3 to 4 minutes until it turns slightly aromatic.
- In a separate bowl, mix jaggery with warm water and stir until fully dissolved.
- Pour the jaggery water into the roasted ragi while stirring continuously to avoid lumps.
- Cook on low heat for 5 to 6 minutes until the mixture thickens into halwa.
- Add cardamom powder and chopped nuts. Mix well.
- Switch off the flame and let it rest for a minute before serving warm.
Notes
You can replace water with milk for a richer halwa. Adjust sweetness as per taste. For a lighter version, reduce ghee.
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