Ragi Cheela Recipe: It not only improves digestion but also makes bones and hair stronger

Ragi Cheela is a gluten-free meal option that is low on calories and is perfect for all those who are trying to lose weight. 

We have added some basic veggies like onion, tomato and capsicum to make it tastier. 

Pair up the cheela with a dip of your choice and enjoy. It tastes best with mint curd dip which is prepared by mixing 1/2 cup curd with 1 tbsp mint-coriander chutney, 1/4 tsp chaat masala and a pinch of salt. 

You can prepare this cheela for breakfast or even for a light dinner. If you want to make the cheela protein-rich, then fill it with soya bhurji or paneer bhurji. Be it kids or adults, everyone will surely love this scrumptious recipe for sure. 

So, ditch the usual and boring breakfasts and try this nutritious meal once. Ragi is a good source of fibre, iron and calcium. 

It not only improves digestion but also makes bones and hair stronger. 

INGREDIENTS OF RAGI CHEELA

2 Servings

1 cup ragi flour

1/2 cup yoghurt (curd)

1/2 teaspoon red chilli powder

1/2 teaspoon coriander powder

1/2 teaspoon dry mango powder

1/4 teaspoon asafoetida

salt as required

1/4 teaspoon black pepper

2 gm coriander leaves

1/2 onion

1/2 tomato

1/2 capsicum (green pepper)

2 tablespoon vegetable oil

2 tablespoon gram flour (besan)

HOW TO MAKE RAGI CHEELA

Step 1 / 3 Prepare The Batter

In a bowl, add ragi flour, besan along with curd. Give a good mix. Now add finely chopped onion, tomato, capsicum and coriander leaves. Also add salt, black pepper powder, red chilli powder, dry mango powder, coriander powder and asafoetida. Add a little water if needed and mix everything well to prepare a medium-thick batter.

Step 2 / 3 Make Cheelas

Smear 1 tbsp oil on a non-stick pan. Pour 2-3 ladleful of batter and spread it gently to give it the shape of a cheela. Let it cook for about 5 minutes or until it holds shape. Now flip towards the other side and cook for 5 minutes.

Step 3 / 3 Ready To Be Served

Once golden brown and crisp, it is ready to be served. Pair up with ketchup, curd mint dip etc and serve.