Bajre ki Raab
This Bajre ki Raab, is a gut-friendly, easily digestible dish perfect for those aiming for weight management. It is a light, nutritious, and warming soup made using pearl millet (bajra) flour, skimmed milk curd, and tempered with aromatic spices. Its low-fat content makes it suitable for calorie-conscious individuals, while bajra provides energy and gut health benefits.
Nutrition Facts
Per serving
Energy
110 kcal
Protein
5 g
Carbs
14 g
Fat
4 g
Fiber
3 g
Ingredients
Skimmed milk Curd (Homemade)
0.5 cup (100g)
Bajra Flour
2 tbsp (30g)
Plain Water
1 medium cup (250g)
Mustard oil
1 tsp (5g)
Roasted Cumin powder
1 tsp (5g)
Cumin seeds
0.5 tsp (2.5g)
Chopped Green Chilli
1 tsp (2g)
Common salt
0.5 tsp (2.5g)
Curry leaves
2 gms (2g)
Instructions
Preparation
Whisk skimmed milk curd thoroughly to remove any lumps.
- Measure all ingredients in advance for easy cooking.
- Wash and dry curry leaves.
Cooking Steps
Step 1: Prepare the Buttermilk bajra Base
In a mixing bowl, take skimmed milk curd.
Whisk it until smooth.
Gradually add water and whisk again to make a lump-free buttermilk.
Add 2 tbsp bajra flour, salt, and ¼ tsp roasted cumin powder.
Whisk thoroughly to mix the bajra flour evenly.
Step 2: Cook the Raab / Soup
Pour the buttermilk bajra mixture into a pan.
Switch on the flame to low-medium heat.
Stir continuously to avoid lumps as the mixture heats up.
Allow it to thicken slowly and bring it to one boil.
Once the consistency is slightly thick and smooth, turn off the flame.
Step 3: Prepare the Tadka
Heat oil in a small pan.
Add ½ tsp cumin seeds and let them crackle.
Add curry leaves and green chili.
Sauté for a few seconds until aromatic.
Step 4: Finish
Pour the prepared tadka over the cooked Bajra Raab.
Mix gently and serve hot.