nachni chi bhakri | nachni bhakri with rice flour | protein rich ragi bhakri | hand rolled nachni bhakri | with 27 amazing images.
nachni chi bhakri | nachni bhakri with rice flour | protein rich ragi bhakri | hand rolled nachni bhakri is a perfect example showcasing simple yet elegant Indian cuisine. Learn how to make nachni bhakri with rice flour.
Nachni bhakri, also called ragi bhakri, is a staple food of Maharashtra. While some prefer to make it exclusively with ragi flour, others add small quantities of rice flour to make rolling easier.
Like most traditional recipes, this nachni bhakri with rice flour too has its charm when served with thecha or spicy zunka. It is however very important to serve the hand rolled nachni bhakri made without ghee hot and fresh off the tava as it will become hard when it cools.
Each protein rich ragi bhakri yields approx. 2.5 g of protein and 99.8 mg of calcium and the due of these nutrients is a simple way to maintain bone health. With 3.5 g of fibre per bhakri, it suits a weight loss, healthy heart and a diabetic diet too. Ragi, not being a very good source of sodium, is also suitable for those with high blood pressure. They should however add salt in restricted quantity as prescribed.
Tips for nachni chi bhakri. 1. Serve nachni bhakri with rice flour with green chilli thecha. See how to make green chilli thecha. 2. Gradually add enough hot water to make a soft dough. We added 1/2 cup water plus 1 tablespoon. Since the water is hot we kept adding little hot water at a time. You must make a soft dough or it will not roll well. If your dough is not soft, then add a bit more HOT water. 3. Using the palm of your hand press down gently on the bhakri and roll it in a clockwise direction. 4. Keep cooking and flipping the bhakri on open flame. See how the bhakri has puffed up. 5. If your bhakri has a small hole in it, it will not puff while cooking on open flame.
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