Ragi & Banana Breakfast Drink
Ragi & Banana Breakfast Drink
Description
This warming ragi and banana porridge makes for a comforting, gluten-free breakfast. Popular in Swahili and Indian cuisines, ragi is packed with fiber, minerals, and polyphenols that help stabilize blood sugar. Combined with milk, this creamy porridge offers a hearty dose of calcium, potassium, and protein—a perfect, nourishing start to your day.
Ingredients
3 cups MAKES
- 2 Tbsp (35 g) ragi flour
- 1 banana, peeled and chopped
- 1 cup (250 ml) milk of your choice
- 1/2 cup (125 ml) water
Directions
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Step 1
In a medium saucepan, add the water and whisk in the ragi flour. Switch on the heat and whisk the mixture to prevent any lumps. After a minute, add half of the milk, to the simmering mix. Reduce the heat, and continue whisking until it comes to a boil, about 3 minutes. Take this off the heat and set aside. -
Step 2
In a blender, add the chopped banana and remaining milk, and blend. Add in the still warm ragi mixture, and blend until well combined. Serve warm.
About the author
Gita Ramesh
Gita Ramesh is India’s leading Ayurveda practitioner and managing director of Kairali Ayurvedic Group. She oversees its retreats and treatment centres. She is the author of bestselling books on Ayurveda cookery.
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