Yakisoba with vegetables, fried noodles served with colourful vegetables Vegetable Yakisoba Shogayaki with mirin, chicken marinated in soy sauce, served with sesame seeds and spring onions Shogayaki with Mirin Achari paneer tikka grilled paneer pieces seasoned in yoghurt marinade, served with fresh coriander and lemon Achari Paneer Tikka Yorkshire pudding with rosemary, served fresh Yorkshire Pudding with Rosemary Fish Vatapá with ginger, with coconut milk and nuts Fish Vatapá with Ginger Classic version of tulumba, soaked in syrup and served fresh Classic Tulumba Prebiotic leek and pumpkin pie, a delicious savoury pie with pumpkin and leek filling Prebiotic leek & pumpkin pie Menestra with broccoli, pasta and vegetables served in a rich sauce Menestra with broccoli and pasta Tinda sabzi, spicy tinda Indian style, served with rich spices and fresh coriander Spiced tinda masala Chocolate Sandesh, sweet Indian dessert, decorated with chocolate and pistachios Chocolate Sandesh Prebiotic leek and curd cheese fritters golden brown, served Prebiotic leek and curd cheese fritters Milanesa napolitana with ham rich cheese tomato sauce and crispy breading Milanesa napolitana with ham Manakish with leeks served with sesame seeds Manakish with leeks Chicken Kabsa, spiced rice garnished with toasted almonds Chicken kabsa Galaktoboureko with kataifi pastry, decorated with rich creamy filling and pistachios. Galaktoboureko with Kataifi Pastry Cheese Dhokla served as golden brown, cheesy pieces with fresh spices Cheese dhokla Gluten-free cannoli pastries served sprinkled with sugar Gluten-free cannoli Prawn Açorda, fresh bread pieces with prawns, garlic and parsley Prawn açorda Avial with sweet potato and coconut milk, fresh coriander Avial with sweet potato Curry dish with yellow ackee fruit and chickpeas Jamaican ackee & chickpea curry Yakisoba with vegetables, fried noodles served with colourful vegetables Vegetable Yakisoba Shogayaki with mirin, chicken marinated in soy sauce, served with sesame seeds and spring onions Shogayaki with Mirin Achari paneer tikka grilled paneer pieces seasoned in yoghurt marinade, served with fresh coriander and lemon Achari Paneer Tikka Yorkshire pudding with rosemary, served fresh Yorkshire Pudding with Rosemary Fish Vatapá with ginger, with coconut milk and nuts Fish Vatapá with Ginger Classic version of tulumba, soaked in syrup and served fresh Classic Tulumba Prebiotic leek and pumpkin pie, a delicious savoury pie with pumpkin and leek filling Prebiotic leek & pumpkin pie Menestra with broccoli, pasta and vegetables served in a rich sauce Menestra with broccoli and pasta Tinda sabzi, spicy tinda Indian style, served with rich spices and fresh coriander Spiced tinda masala Chocolate Sandesh, sweet Indian dessert, decorated with chocolate and pistachios Chocolate Sandesh Prebiotic leek and curd cheese fritters golden brown, served Prebiotic leek and curd cheese fritters Milanesa napolitana with ham rich cheese tomato sauce and crispy breading Milanesa napolitana with ham Manakish with leeks served with sesame seeds Manakish with leeks Chicken Kabsa, spiced rice garnished with toasted almonds Chicken kabsa Galaktoboureko with kataifi pastry, decorated with rich creamy filling and pistachios. Galaktoboureko with Kataifi Pastry Cheese Dhokla served as golden brown, cheesy pieces with fresh spices Cheese dhokla Gluten-free cannoli pastries served sprinkled with sugar Gluten-free cannoli Prawn Açorda, fresh bread pieces with prawns, garlic and parsley Prawn açorda Avial with sweet potato and coconut milk, fresh coriander Avial with sweet potato Curry dish with yellow ackee fruit and chickpeas Jamaican ackee & chickpea curry
Dried finger millet grains showing detailed texture.
Finger Millet Grains

Finger Millet: The Nutrient-Dense Super Grain

Ingredients Grains and Pulses

Description

Finger millet (Ragi) is a remarkably nutritious grain characterized by its small, reddish-brown seeds. It is exceptionally rich in calcium, protein, fibre, and essential minerals, making it a superior choice for a nutrient-dense diet. Naturally gluten-free, finger millet offers a perfect alternative for those with gluten sensitivities.

With a distinctively nutty, earthy flavour, finger millet complements a variety of dishes, adding depth to salads, porridges, soups, and traditional flatbreads. It is quick to prepare and highly versatile.

Culinary Applications

Finger millet can be boiled, steamed, or ground into flour. It is a fantastic addition to salads, soups, and side dishes, enriching meals with its robust nutritional profile.

  • Salads: Cooked grains provide a hearty base for fresh vegetable salads.
  • Side Dishes: Serves as a nutritious accompaniment to curries, stews, and grilled mains.
  • Soups: Acts as a natural thickener and nutrient booster in warming broths.

Health Benefits

Finger millet is famed for its high fibre content, which aids digestion and promotes gut health. It is also known to support cardiovascular health by helping to manage blood pressure and cholesterol levels.

Rich in antioxidants, it helps protect the body against oxidative stress, supporting overall cellular health and vitality.

Sustainability

Finger millet is an environmentally friendly crop; it is drought-tolerant, requires little water, and thrives in poor soil conditions. Its resilience makes it a cornerstone of sustainable agriculture and food security.

Incorporating finger millet into your diet is a delicious way to support both your personal health and the planet.

Recipes with this Ingredient

Ragi dosa freshly cooked to a crisp, served with spiced filling and coconut Side Dishes

Ragi dosa