Ragi at a glance
Ragi (Eleusine coracana), also called finger millet or nachni, is a tiny, hardy grain grown across India. It is naturally rich in calcium, iron and dietary fibre — a rare combination for a cereal grain.
Nutrition per 100 g (sprouted)
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Energy | 318 to 335 kcal |
| Protein | 7.5 to 9.5 g |
| Carbohydrates | 62 to 68 g |
| Dietary Fibre | 5.0 to 7.0 g |
| Calcium | 300 to 370 mg |
| Iron | 3.2 to 4.5 mg |
| Folate | 35 to 58 mcg |
Simple ways to use ragi flour
- Ragi porridge with milk, jaggery and a pinch of cardamom (perfect first food for toddlers)
- 30:70 ragi:wheat blend for soft everyday rotis
- Ragi malt (post-workout drink with buttermilk)
- Ragi dosa or ragi mudde as a filling dinner