Ragi Ambali is a traditional fermented drink from Karnataka that has been enjoyed for generations, especially during the hot summer months. Made using ragi (finger millet), curds, and simple seasonings, this humble drink is refreshing, nourishing, naturally probiotic-rich, and wonderfully cooling for the body.
Long before packaged health drinks became popular, Ragi Ambali was a simple everyday staple in many rural Karnataka homes. It was enjoyed as a light and nourishing breakfast, especially during summer months. This fermented drink is light on the stomach and perfect for summer.
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Why You Will Love Ragi Ambali
It is
- Refreshing and cooling during hot weather
- Naturally probiotic-rich due to fermentation
- Made with wholesome finger millet (ragi)
- Light, filling, and easy to digest
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Ragi Ambali
Ingredients
-  ¼ cup ragi flour
- around â…“ cup water
- ¾ cup water for cooking
- 1½ cups water for fermentation
- around ½ cup curds
- salt to taste
- 1 tbsp chilli-ginger paste
- ½ cup chopped coriander leaves
- Chopped onions (optional)
Instructions
- Mix the ragi flour with water to make a smooth lump-free slurry.
- Heat ¾ cup water and bring it to a boil.
- Add the slurry and cook on low heat, stirring continuously until it thickens.
- Switch off the heat and allow it to cool completely.
- Shape into balls and place them in a clay pot with 1½ cupswater. Cover and allow it to ferment overnight.
- The next morning, mash the fermented ragi balls thoroughly in the same water until fully dissolved.
- Whisk the curds well and add it to the fermented ragi mixture. Curds add a lovely refreshing flavour to the ambali. Churn well.
- Now add salt, chilli-ginger paste, Â coriander leaves, and chopped onions if using.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature.
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More Ragi (Finger Millet recipes)
Ragi Manni
Ragi Idlis
Ragi Moong Dosa
Sprouted Ragi Set Dosa
Instant Ragi Dosa
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