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Ragi Buttermilk/ Ragi Kanji/ Ragi Ambli

Jun 10, 2019 | Last Updated: May 8, 2024 | by Swati

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Ragi Buttermilk/Ragi Kanji or Ragi Ambli is a very nutritious and refreshing drink that cools down the body in hot summers. A very popular summer drink in southern parts of India.

Ragi Kanji is also known as Ragi Ambli/Ragi Ganji It is Gluten-free and can be made Vegan-Friendly (with plant based yogurt/curd).

Table of Contents
  • About the Recipe
  • Ragi, Super Grain/Benefits of Ragi
  • How to include Ragi in diet
  • Why should I try Ragi Kanji
  • How to make Ragi Kanji/Buttermilk
  • Steps to make Ragi Kanji/Ragi Ambli
  • Frequently Asked Questions
  • Recipes with Ragi from my blog that you will love to try
  • More Healthy and Delicious Recipes with Yogurt
  • Recipe Card for Ragi Kanji/Ragi Buttermilk

About the Recipe

Ragi is popularly known as Nachini is one of the most cheapest available grains.

Ragi drink is consumed in both the sweet and savory forms. The savory form, Ragi Buttermilk is made with Ragi flour and yogurt.

Sweet version, Ragi Malt, is given to babies more than 6 months old, once they start weaning.

To make Ragi Kanji and Ragi Malt Vegan Friendly , use plant based yogurt and milk.

Ragi, Super Grain/Benefits of Ragi

Ragi, also known as Finger Millet, is a super grain comes under Millet category.

A gluten-free grain that is a boon for weight watchers, people on low cholesterol diets and with diabetes/high sugar.

Rich in calcium, iron and phosphorus content. It is suggested that those who are are calcium deficient, instead of taking calcium pills one should include Ragi diet.

Known as one of the best body coolant for summers.

How to include Ragi in diet

Ragi is now a popular millet all around the world and people are now waking up to it's endless health benefits.

You can include Ragi flour or grains in your everyday meals. Start with Ragi flour if you want to try it in various dishes. You can mix it with other flours like besan, whole wheat flour or semolina and even cocoa powder(for Chocolate Ragi Malt/Milk) to make it more delicious and kids friendly.

Why should I try Ragi Kanji

Raji Kanji is a very good summer coolant which very healthy and tastes so delicious.

A fuss free recipe that you can make within minutes.

It is light mini meal and very filling and can be consumed on days when you want to keep your stomach light.

You can have it for breakfast or with lunch just like buttermilk.

It is high protein drink with natural probiotics(yogurt/dahi).

Ragi Kanji aids in weight loss.

Refrigerate Ragi paste for 2-3 days and use to make both savoury and sweet Ragi Kanji.

How to make Ragi Kanji/Buttermilk

Making Ragi Kanji is very easy. As I have mentioned above, it is made with Ragi flour and yogurt. You can also use whole Ragi grain.

We didn't use much of Ragi at my mom's place and even at my hubby's place. Few years back when I started with exploring food from other cuisines, I discovered how nutritious Ragi is and how we can include it in our diets especially for kids.

To make Ragi buttermilk or malt(sweet version in milk) cook Ragi flour in boiling water, until it forms a thick paste and once it cools down mix with buttermilk, milk or water. Add any sweeteners like sugar, jaggery, honey, maple syrup or any other natural sweetener as per your preference for the sweet version.

For Ragi kanji, make buttermilk/chaas. Add 1-2 tsp of Ragi malt per glass of buttermilk or water.

For Ragi /malt, sweet version, add 1-2 tbsp in a cup of hot or cold milk. It is a filling and a very nutritious after school snack for kids. Will cover Ragi Milk/Malt recipe in a seperate post.

Ragi paste can be stored in refrigerator for a day or two and can be consumed as per your liking.

Steps to make Ragi Kanji/Ragi Ambli

  • Mix Ragi flour in water. Make a lump free paste.
  • Add to boiling water.
  • Cook till it is thick and glossy.
  • Take it out in a bowl and cool completely.
  • Take fresh yogurt/dahi in a bowl, add about 1-1.5 cups chilled water. Also add all the spices.
  • Add cooked ragi paste and mix nicely.
  • Add grated ginger, green chillies and chopped coriander.
  • Mix nicely and chill before serving or serve immediately.
Ragi Kanji

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I make Vegan friendly Ragi Buttermilk/Kanji

To make Vegan friendly Ragi Buttermilk or Ragi Kanji use any plant based yogurt like cashew yogurt or peanut or soy yogurt.

What is Shelf life of Ragi Kanji

You can make Ragi paste and refrigerate for 2-3 days. But make fresh buttermilk. I will not advise to make and store buttermilk in bulk.

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Eggless Ragi Chocolate Cookies
Eggless Gluten-free Healthy Ragi Chocolate Cookie recipe with jaggery | Make Gluten-free Eggless Cookies with Finger Millet and Chickpea and Oats flour.
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Instant Ragi/Nachni Idli
Instant Ragi Idli made with Ragi or Nachni flour/Finger Millet and served with Tadka Dahi. Extremely nutritious option for a light breakfast or lunch especially during summers.
Check out this recipe
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Ragi Dosa
Quick and Easy gluten-free Ragi Dosa made with Ragi Flour and Flax Seed powder. Healthy Ragi Dosa recipe for breakfast or light dinner option.
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Ragi Soup/Finger Millet Vegetable Soup
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Yogurt is a versatile ingredient and can be used in various recipes.

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Recipe Card for Ragi Kanji/Ragi Buttermilk

Ragi Kanji/Ragi Buttermilk

Swati
Ragi Kanji or Buttermilk very nutritious and refreshing drink that cools down the body in hot summers. A very popular summer drink in southern parts of India.
5 from 1 vote
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Prep Time 5 minutes mins
Cook Time 10 minutes mins
Total Time 15 minutes mins
Course Appetizer
Cuisine Indian, South Indian
Servings 2

Ingredients
  

For Ragi paste

  • ¼ cup Ragi Flour/Finger Millet Flour
  • ¼+1 cup Water

For Ragi Kanji

  • 2-3 tbsp Ragi Paste
  • 1 cup Fresh Curd/Dahi /plain yogurt
  • 1-2 cup Chilled Water depending on the thickness of kanji you want
  • 1 tsp Roasted Cumin Powder
  • ½ tsp Black Pepper Powder
  • Black Salt as per taste
  • ½" Grated Ginger
  • 1-2 Chopped Green Chillies optional
  • Mint/Coriander for garnish

Instructions
 

Make Ragi Kanji

  • Mix ragi with ½ cup water and make a smooth paste.
    ¼ cup Ragi Flour/Finger Millet Flour, ¼+1 cup Water
  • In a pan heat 1 cup water, once water starts boiling, add ragi paste, mix it well and cook it until it forms a thick and glossy mixture.
    ¼+1 cup Water
  • Cool it completely till further use.

Make Ragi Kanji

  • Take yogurt/dahi in mixing bowl/jar.
    1 cup Fresh Curd/Dahi
  • Add water, 2-3 tbsp, ragi paste, black salt, black pepper powder, roasted cumin powder and ragi paste.
    1-2 cup Chilled Water, 1 tsp Roasted Cumin Powder, ½ tsp Black Pepper Powder, Black Salt, 2-3 tbsp Ragi Paste
  • Use a whisk or mathani(a wooden churner used for mixing curd or making buttermilk). You can also use blender.
  • Add green chillies,
  • Add chopped fresh coriander, mint leaves mix nicely.
    1-2 Chopped Green Chillies, Mint/Coriander for garnish
  • Serve chilled garnish with chopped coriander and mint leaves.

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Notes

To make Buttermilk check out here..Chaas(Indian Buttermilk).
To make the sweet version add Ragi paste in chilled milk or hot milk with sweetener as required.
Add crushed or grated ginger and curry like we add in masala chaas.
You can also temper kanji or buttermilk with mustard seeds, red chilli and curry leaves for a more flavourful taste.
 
Keyword Buttermilk, Ragi Flour, Ragi Malt(Salty), Summer Coolers
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  1. Veena Krishnakumar

    July 23, 2019 at 7:48 am

    Ragi kanji is a prefect drink for summer. Looks so delicious and beautifully presented

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    • Swati

      July 23, 2019 at 7:03 pm

      Thanks Veena!!

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  2. Preethi Prasad

    June 30, 2019 at 12:19 am

    Ragi kanji is a popular drink at my place not only during summers. It is a healthy and delicious coolent.Your clicks are making it so tempting.Love this nutritious drink.

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  3. Sasmita Sahoo Samanta

    June 19, 2019 at 10:28 pm

    Rangi kanji that to salty flavor is much loved by me.... use of ragi here makes the whole drink very nutritious and refreshing to beat the heat in summer

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    • Swati

      June 21, 2019 at 12:14 am

      So true Sasmita .. it is very refreshing and healthy!!

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  4. Renu Agrawal Dongre

    June 16, 2019 at 3:54 pm

    I am intrigued on how Ragi buttermilk will taste. I have made a milkshake from Ragi, but would love to try a buttermilk. It would be a filling mid morning snack for me.

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    • Swati

      June 17, 2019 at 1:09 am

      It tastes just like the regular buttermilk, as Ragi doesn’t has a strong flavour.. kids have it without making any fuss.. do try it..

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  5. Vasusvegkitchen

    June 13, 2019 at 4:35 am

    Ragi Kanji looks very tasty , Ragi malt the sweeter version is my favorite drink from childhood, as mom use to add almonds and nuts powder in it. After cmg chennai I am tasting Ragi Kanji in temples on Friday's. Love to try your Ragi buttermilk soon..

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    • Swati

      June 14, 2019 at 12:39 am

      Thanks aruna, do try this.. and let me know how you liked it.

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  6. Vidya Narayan

    June 12, 2019 at 5:40 am

    Nachni or Ragi is the ultimate millet for all season. Traditional best way to deal with brutal summers.

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  7. poonampagar

    June 11, 2019 at 12:07 am

    We call this drink Nachnicha Ambil in Maharathi. Very refreshing and soothing drink especially for Summers. Love your presentation here Swaty.

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  8. The Girl Next Door

    June 10, 2019 at 11:16 pm

    I love the look and sound of this ragi buttermilk. While we make ragi kanji with milk often, we have never tried it with buttermilk. Am sure it would taste delicious.

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  9. tastyrecipesfrompooja

    June 10, 2019 at 9:46 pm

    This is indeed a very healthy drink, and cooling too! We call it Nachnicha Aambil in Maharashtra.

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    • Swati

      June 12, 2019 at 12:57 am

      Thanks Pooja!! Good to know the Maharashtrian name.. will update it in my post

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      • tastyrecipesfrompooja

        June 12, 2019 at 1:03 am

        I too was going to make it and post on the blog, but it just didn't happen! ?

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