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Ragi Kozhukattai

Ragi Kozhukattai

Ragi Kozhukattai is a wholesome and delicious sweet dumpling made with ragi flour, coconut, and jaggery.

This traditional South Indian recipe is packed with nutrients and offers a perfect balance of sweetness and texture.

Whether you're looking for a healthy snack or a festive treat, this millet-based delicacy is a must-try.

It's naturally gluten-free and rich in fiber, making it great for kids and adults alike.

Give this simple and nourishing recipe a try, and enjoy the goodness of ragi in a tasty way!

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Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Total Time 35 mins
Ratings 4 from 1 votes
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Difficulty: Beginner
Servings: 4
Estimated Cost: 1
Calories: 220
Best Season: Suitable throughout the year
Dietary: Gluten Free, High-Fiber, Vegetarian
Description

Ragi Kozhukattai is a delicious and wholesome steamed sweet made using ragi flour, jaggery, coconut, and peanuts. It’s naturally gluten-free, rich in fiber, and makes for a perfect guilt-free snack or festive treat. This traditional South Indian dumpling is soft, mildly sweet, and full of earthy flavor from finger millet. Easy to make and packed with nutrition, it's great for both kids and adults. Whether you're new to millet recipes or already love them, this kozhukattai is definitely worth trying at home!

Ingredients
  • 1 cup jaggery (melted)
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1 cup ragi flour (roasted)
  • 1/2 cup poha (coarsely ground)
  • 1 cup grated coconut
  • 1/2 cup peanuts (roasted, coarsely ground)
  • 1 tsp cardamom powder
  • ghee (as needed)
Instructions
    Prep Work
  1. 1
    Melt jaggeryJaggery melting in a pan with water

    Heat water in a pan, add jaggery, and stir until fully dissolved.

  2. 2
    Roast ragi flourIn a wide pan, dry roast ragi flour on low flame for 5 minutes until fragrant.
  3. 3
    Grind pohaCoarsely grind poha in a blender or food processor.
  4. 4
    Grind peanutsGround peanuts in a small bowlCoarsely grind roasted peanuts until they reach a slightly crumbly texture.
    5. Method
  5. 5
    Melt the jaggery

    Heat water in a pan, add jaggery, and stir until fully dissolved. Strain to remove impurities.

  6. 6
    Roast ragi flourIn a wide pan, dry roast ragi flour on low flame for a few minutes until fragrant.
  7. 7
    Add pohaPoha being mixed into ragi flourAdd coarsely ground poha to the roasted ragi flour. Stir and roast well.
  8. 8
    Add coconutMix grated coconut into the pan and continue roasting.
  9. 9
    Add peanutsAdd coarsely ground roasted peanuts and combine everything well.
  10. 10
    Mix in jaggery syrupJaggery syrup being poured into the flour mixtureStrain the melted jaggery into the mixture and mix well until combined.
  11. 11
    Add ghee & cardamomStir in ghee and cardamom powder, mixing everything until well incorporated.
  12. 12
    Shape the dumplingsHands shaping the mixture into dumplingsTake portions of the mixture, press, and shape into small dumplings.
  13. 13
    Arrange & steamPlace dumplings on a greased plate and steam for 15 minutes on medium-low flame.
  14. 14
    Serve & enjoyFreshly steamed ragi kozhukattai on a plateOnce cooked, serve warm as a healthy and delicious snack.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 220kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 8g13%
Saturated Fat 3g15%
Sodium 10mg1%
Potassium 150mg5%
Total Carbohydrate 35g12%
Dietary Fiber 4g16%
Sugars 15g
Protein 5g10%
Iron 2 mg
Magnesium 40 mg
Zinc 1 mg

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: Ragi Kozhukattai, sweet dumpling, festive treat

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