Ragi Soup, also known as Finger Millet Soup, is a healthy and satisfying South Indian dish. Made with finger millet flour, fresh garden vegetables, and simple spices, this soup has a nice, thick texture and a mild, nutty flavour. Carrots, beans, and mushrooms add extra taste and bite. It’s quick and easy to prepare, taking just about 10 minutes, which is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. Topped with a sprinkle of fresh coriander, this warm, comforting soup is both simple and nourishing.
Ingredients
UNITSIngredients
3 tbspRagi flour
4 cupsWater
1 tspGhee
1 tspCumin seeds
1 inch pieceGinger (finely chopped)
2 clovesGarlic (minced)
1Green chilli (finely chopped)
1 smallOnion (finely chopped)
1 mediumCarrot (diced)
50 g Green beans (finely chopped)
100 gMushrooms (sliced)
1/4 tspTurmeric powder
to tasteSalt
to tasteBlack pepper powder
1 tbspLemon juice
for garnishFresh coriander leaves (finely chopped)
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Directions
Description - Step 1
Step 1: Prepare the ragi slurry
In a bowl, mix the ragi flour with 1 cup of water until no lumps remain. Set aside.
Description - Step 2
Step 2: Sauté the aromatics
Heat ghee in a deep pan. Add cumin seeds and let them splutter.
Add the chopped ginger, minced garlic and green chilli. Sauté for a minute.
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Step 3: Cook the vegetables
To the pan, add the chopped onions and sauté until translucent.
Add the diced carrots, chopped beans, sliced mushrooms, turmeric powder, salt and pepper.
Stir well and cook for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are slightly tender.
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Step 4: Add water and ragi slurry
Pour the remaining 3 cups of water into the pan and bring to a gentle boil.
Reduce heat to low and slowly add the prepared ragi slurry while stirring continuously to prevent lumps.
Simmer the soup for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens to the desired consistency.
Description - Step 5
Step 5: Season and serve
Turn off the heat. Add lemon juice and adjust salt if needed.
Ladle the hot soup into serving bowls. Garnish with chopped coriander leaves.
Serve immediately and enjoy your nourishing Ragi Soup!
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