Calcium-Rich Ragi Porridge with Dates
A creamy ragi porridge naturally sweetened with dates, rich in calcium, iron and fibre — a wholesome prenatal breakfast for a healthy pregnancy.
Total Time
20 min
Serves
2 people
Calories
280 kcal
Nutrition per serving
Key Pregnancy Nutrients
- Calories280 kcal
- Protein9 g
- Carbohydrates38 g
- Fat9 g
- Fibre6 g
- Calcium260 mg
- Iron4.8 mg
Ingredients
- ½ cup ragi flour
- 2 cups milk (or plant-based milk)
- 4 seedless dates (chopped)
- 1 tsp ghee
- ¼ tsp cardamom powder
- 1 tbsp chopped almonds
- 1 tbsp chopped walnuts
Instructions
- 1
Heat the ghee in a pan and lightly roast the ragi flour for 2–3 minutes until aromatic.
- 2
Slowly add milk while stirring continuously to avoid lumps.
- 3
Add the chopped dates and cook for an additional 5–6 minutes, until the porridge thickens.
- 4
Mix in the cardamom powder.
- 5
Garnish with almonds and walnuts before serving warm.
Nutrition per serving
Key Pregnancy Nutrients
- Calories280 kcal
- Protein9 g
- Carbohydrates38 g
- Fat9 g
- Fibre6 g
- Calcium260 mg
- Iron4.8 mg
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