RAGI IDIYAPPAM

Here’s a wholesome Ragi Idiyappam (Finger Millet String Hoppers) recipe – a healthy twist on the classic Kerala idiyappam:

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🌾 Ingredients

• Ragi flour (finger millet flour) – 1 cup

• Roasted rice flour – ½ cup (helps bind & soften texture)

• Boiling water – about 1½ cups (adjust as needed)

• Salt – ½ tsp

• Grated coconut – ½ cup (optional, for layering)

• Oil – 1 tsp

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🥣 Method

1. Steam the flour (important for ragi):

   • Dry roast ragi flour on low flame for 3–4 mins (till it gives a nutty aroma).

   • Mix with rice flour and salt in a bowl.

2. Prepare the dough:

   • Pour boiling hot water little by little into the flour mix.

   • Stir with a spoon first, then knead into a soft, smooth dough.

   • Add 1 tsp oil to prevent cracks.

3. Shape the idiyappam:

   • Grease the idiyappam press/seva nazhi.

   • Grease idli plates or banana leaves.

   • Press the dough in circles, forming thin noodles.

   • Optionally, sprinkle grated coconut on top.

4. Steam cook:

   • Place plates in an idli steamer.

   • Steam for 10–12 minutes until cooked.

   • Remove and let cool slightly before serving.

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🍴 Serving Suggestions

• With sweetened coconut milk (traditional Kerala style).

• With vegetable stew or kadala curry (black chickpea curry).

• With egg curry or fish curry for a filling meal.

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✨ Tip: Ragi alone can sometimes make idiyappam break apart. Mixing with rice flour ensures it’s soft yet holds shape.