Ragi Chilla Recipe

The Ragi Chilla (Finger Millet Savory Pancake) is an excellent, gluten-free, and nutrient-dense breakfast option, particularly valued for its high calcium and fiber content. It is similar to the Jowar Chilla but uses Ragi flour, often mixed with other binding flours like gram flour (besan) and vegetables.


December 12, 2025
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The Ragi Chilla (Finger Millet Savory Pancake) is an excellent, gluten-free, and nutrient-dense breakfast option, particularly valued for its high calcium and fiber content. It is similar to the Jowar Chilla but uses Ragi flour, often mixed with other binding flours like gram flour (besan) and vegetables.


Servings

1 people

Prep Time

15 Minutes

Cook Time

5 Minutes

Total Time

20 minutes

Difficulty

Easy

Total Calories

100


Ragi Chilla Recipe Ingredients

Servings

1

What Ingredients do I Need for Ragi Chilla?

  • 1 cup Ragi ( fresh ) - default
  • 1 tsp Sunflower Oil ( fresh ) - default
  • 1 handful Onion, Small ( fresh ) - default
  • 1 handful Tomato, Ripe, Local ( fresh ) - default
  • 1 tbsp Chillies, Green - All Varieties ( fresh ) - default
  • 10 leaf Coriander Leaves ( fresh ) - default

Instructions: How to Make Ragi Chilla

  • Mix the Batter
    Combine Ragi flour (and optionally a little gram flour/besan) with finely chopped vegetables (onion, tomato etc), spices (green chili, cumin, turmeric, salt), and enough water or curd to create a smooth, flowing batter. Let the batter rest for 10-15 minutes.
  • Cook and Serve
    Pour a ladleful of batter onto a lightly oiled hot tawa/griddle and spread it to form a thin circle. Cook on a medium flame until the base is crispy and golden brown. Flip, cook the other side, and serve hot with green chutney or yogurt.

Nutrition facts

Serving Size:

Servings

1


Amount per serving

Calories:100


% Daily Value*
  • Total Fat:3.20 g
    4%
    • Saturated Fat:3.20 g
      4%
    • Trans Fat:
      -
    • Polyunsaturated Fat:
      -
    • Monounsaturated Fat:
      -
  • Cholestrol:
    -
  • Sodium:100 mg
    4%
  • Total Carbohydrates:18 g
    7%
    • Dietary Fiber:2.90 g
      10%
    • Sugars:
      -
  • Protein:2.80 g
    6%
  • Vitamin C:5.60 mg
    6%
  • Calcium:50 mg
    5%
  • Iron:1.10 mg
    6%
  • Magnesium:35.90 mg
    8%
  • Glycemic Index:
    -

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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