Nachni Tawa Paratha

For two Paratha’s

  • Nachni Flour (Ragi/ Finger Millet): 2 tbsp (30 gm)
  • Whole wheat Flour: 2 tbsp (30gm)
  • Cumin seeds (jeera)
  • Salt to taste
  • Oil:  1 tsp

 

Note: 1 cup = 200 ml, ½ cup = 100 ml, 1 tsp = 5 gm, 1 tbsp = 15 gm

*tsp = teaspoon, tbsp = tablespoon

  • Combine nachni flour, whole-wheat flour, jeera and salt. Knead adding little water at a time to make firm and smooth dough.
  • Add ¼ tsp of oil to coat the dough and keep aside for 15 mins.
  • Divide the dough into 2 portions and roll it into balls. Preheat the tawa.
  • Flatten the dough balls with palms of your hand. Toss them on flour and roll out a three inches circle. Spread few drops of oil on rolled dough.
  • Fold it to semi-circle and then again fold the semi-circle into half to get a mini triangle.
  • Toss little flour and roll it from all three corners to get a larger triangle.
  • Onto a tawa, roast the rolled out paratha using ¼ tsp oil.
  • Cook both the side until you notice brown spots and it becomes crispy.
  • Repeat the same process for second portion of dough.
  • Enjoy the paratha with a simple sabzi, raita or kadhi for your lunch or dinner.
  • Nachni, also known as ragi or finger millet, is a good source of complex carbohydrates and dietary fiber, making it a beneficial food choice in diabetes to regulate blood sugar levels.
  • Additionally, it is high in vitamins and minerals like calcium, iron, and magnesium.
  • Eating nachni tawa paratha as part of a balanced diet can help people with diabetes to get essential nutrient to not only manage blood sugar levels but also improve their overall health.
Calories (kcal)
Carbohydrates (g)
Proteins (g)
Fats (g)

253.11

43.52

6.32

5.97

Reference:

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  4. US Department of Agriculture. Food Data Search Results, Fish Salmon Atlantic farmed Cooked Dry Heat. Accessed 21st Feb 2023. Available at https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/fdc-app.html#/food-details/175168/nutrients