Ragi flakes, also known as finger millet flakes, are a true powerhouse of nutrition. They are packed with essential nutrients like calcium, iron, protein, fiber, and minerals, making them a fantastic addition to any diet. When my son was a baby, he loved ragi porridge, and now that he’s 8 years old, I’ve found new ways to incorporate ragi flakes into our meals.

One of my favorite ways to use ragi flakes is in upma, adding a nutritious twist to this classic dish. I’ve also discovered that pairing ragi flakes with dates creates delicious and convenient grab-and-go energy balls that are perfect for a quick and healthy snack. But recently, I decided to get a bit more adventurous and whipped up a quick dessert using ragi flakes, and let me tell you, it was absolutely delightful!

With the addition of aromatic cardamom and the satisfying crunch of nuts, the ragi flakes kheer I made turned out to be a true treat for the taste buds. Not only did it satisfy our craving for something sweet, but it also provided a healthier alternative to traditional desserts. It’s amazing how one dish can combine so many flavors and nutritional benefits into an all-in-one dessert that we simply can’t resist!

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Ragi Flakes Kheer  / Finger Millet Puding

Ingredients:

• 1/4 cup Organic Finger Millet Flakes
• 1 1/2 cups boiled milk
• 1/4 cup Sugar or as required
• 1 tbsp Ghee
• 2 tbsp of chopped nuts ( i have used Cashews and Almonds)
• 1 tbsp Raisins
• 1/4 tsp cardamom powder

Method:

1. In a non stick wok , heat 1 tbsp ghee. Shallow fry the chopped nuts until golden brown and keep aside.

2. In the same ghee, roast the Finger Millet flakes on a medium flame for 1 minute or so.

3. Add 1 1/2 cup boiled milk to the roasted flakes and cook for 3-4 minutes on a low to medium flame. Keep stirring in between to ensure the pudding does not stick to the bottom. By this time the flakes will be cooked thoroughly .

4. Add sugar followed by the raisins and fried nuts at this stage. Give a quick stir and cook until the sugar dissolves. Turn off the flame.

5. Flavor the pudding with cardamom powder and stir well.

If you like, you can chill the pudding before serving, or as a warm kheer. You can also top with a few chocolate shavings to make it more attractive for kids. They’ll only see it as dessert – they won’t realize how much calcium and other nutrients they’re getting in the process!