VegetarianBreakfastSouth India
Ragi Kanji
Ragi Kanji is a vegetarian breakfast from South India. It is made with ragi, buttermilk, ginger and cumin. One serving has about 120 kcal, 5 g protein, 15 g carbs and 3 g fat.
Did you know? A cooling porridge for hot climates. Ragi is roasted first for nutty flavor. Traditionally given to nursing mothers. The consistency should be drinkable. Can be served warm or cold. Some add jaggery for sweetness.
Updated · nutrition is an estimate per serving
- Diet
- Vegetarian
- Course
- Breakfast
- Cuisine
- South India
- Calories
- 120 kcal
- Protein
- 5 g
- Style
- Healthy
Main ingredients
Quantities depend on the cook; the videos below show the method step by step.
Nutrition per serving
120kcal / serving
- Protein
- 5 g 19%
- Carbs
- 15 g 56%
- Fat
- 3 g 25%
- Fibre
- 6 g
| Calcium | 150mg |
|---|---|
| Iron | 3mg |
| Magnesium | 50mg |
How to make Ragi Kanji: videos
Quick answers
Is Ragi Kanji vegetarian?
Yes. Ragi Kanji is vegetarian: none of its main ingredients is meat, fish or egg.
How many calories are in Ragi Kanji?
About 120 kcal per serving, with 5 g protein, 15 g carbohydrates and 3 g fat. This is an estimate; oil, ghee and portion size change it.
Where is Ragi Kanji from?
Ragi Kanji comes from South India.
What is Ragi Kanji made of?
The main ingredients are ragi, buttermilk, ginger and cumin.
When do you eat Ragi Kanji?
Ragi Kanji is usually eaten as a breakfast.
