Ragi laddoo
Ragi/ nachni laddoo could be a good alternative for satva or tizan which can be easily carried along and stored over a month. They are nutritious and a suitable snack for pregnancy and post partum. It is packed with essential nutrients like iron, calcium, and fiber that promotes healthy fetal development and aids digestion. A rich source of calcium, which is essential for the development of the baby’s bones and teeth. Ingredients : Ragi (finger millet) flour : 3 cups Dry coconut (khopra) : 2 cups (grated) Cashew nuts : 2 - 3 tblsp Almonds : 2 - 3 tblsp Cardamoms : 5 Nutmeg : 1/4 piece Fennel seeds : 1 tblsp Carom seeds (ajwain) : 1/2 tblsp Jaggery : 3 cups (grated) Ghee : 8 tblsp (3/4 cup) Procedure : Grate the dry coconut and slice the jaggery and keep ready. Dry roast cardamoms and nutmeg on a low flame for about 1 minutes. Then add fennel and carom seeds, give it a mix and switchoff. Transfer the spices into a plate. ...
