on Oct 22, 2024 You may like some more ragi recipes: Ragi Idli, Ragi Soup, Ragi Mudde, Ragi Semiya Upma, and Ragi Banana Pancakes.
About Ragi Ambli
Ragi Ambli (Ragi Kanji, Ragi Ganji) is a savory drink popular in southern India, especially in Karnataka. I came across it during our stay in Bangalore. It is a traditional beverage made from finger millet (ragi) flour and buttermilk. Because of its cooling properties, it is popular in summer. I often make it along with our Indian-style meals. A glass of chilled ragi ambli is very refreshing and soothes the stomach. Ragi Ambli is rich in fiber, protein, and essential minerals. It is also a good source of calcium and iron. There is a sweet version of this ragi drink called ragi malt. Do try that as well. Buttermilk – The cooked ragi flour is mixed with buttermilk (chaas) to make this refreshing drink. You can make buttermilk by mixing plain yogurt with water. Others – You will also need salt, roasted cumin powder, asafetida (hing), curry leaves, onions, and cilantro (fresh coriander leaves). Skip adding hing for a gluten-free version. Transfer buttermilk to a large bowl.
1 teaspoon salt ¼ teaspoon roasted cumin powder ¼ teaspoon asafetida 2 tablespoon chopped onions 10-12 curry leaves
Chill for a few hours. Garnish with 1 teaspoon chopped cilantro and serve chilled. Stir well before serving as the ragi tends to settle down as the drink rests. I like to make it fresh, as it tastes best that way, but if you have leftovers, you can store them in the refrigerator for a day. Ensure there are no lumps in the ragi mixture. Stir continuously while cooking it. Cool the ragi mixture completely before adding it to the buttermilk; otherwise, the buttermilk might curdle. Adjust the green chilies to fit your taste.
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