Ragi Thalipeeth – A Healthy & Nutritious Millet Flatbread
Ragi Thalipeeth is a healthy, gluten-free, and protein-rich flatbread made with ragi (finger millet) flour, besan, and spices. This Maharashtrian specialty is packed with nutrition, making it a perfect breakfast or snack option. Serve it hot with curd, chutney, or pickle for a delicious and wholesome meal! 😋
Servings 4
Calories 150kcal
Equipment
- Tava / Griddle – For cooking the thalipeeth
- Mixing Bowl – To prepare the dough
- Rolling Pin / Hands – To flatten the dough
- Spatula – For flipping
Ingredients
- 2 cups Ragi Finger Millet Flour
- 2 tsp Rice Flour- optional
- 2 chopped Green Chilli- 2 chopped
- 1/4 tsp Asafetida
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1 tsp Cumin
- 1 tbsp Sesame seeds
- 1/2 tsp Red Chilli Powder
- 2 tbsp Coriander chopped
- 1 medium-sized Carrot grated
- 1 medium-sized Onion chopped
- Water as required
- Oil as required optional
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough
- Combine ragi flour, rice flour, cumin seeds, green chilli, sesame seeds, Asafetida, red chili powder, and salt in a mixing bowl.
- Add chopped carrot, onion, and coriander, mix well, add water gradually and knead into a soft dough. Finally, add 1 tsp of oil to knead a soft dough.
- Shape the Thalipeeth
- Take a portion of the dough, flatten it on a greased parchment sheet or banana leaf using wet hands.
- Make a small hole in the center to ensure even cooking.
- Cook the Thalipeeth
- Heat a tava/griddle and drizzle some oil.
- Transfer the flattened dough onto the hot tava and cook on medium flame until golden brown on both sides.
- Serve and Enjoy
- Serve hot with curd, chutney, or pickle for a delicious and healthy meal.
Notes
Nutrition (Per Serving)
- Calories: ~150 kcal
- Carbohydrates: ~30g
- Protein: ~5g
- Fats: ~3g