Credit: Blog images Ingradients and instructions contribution - Gita Chopra (Canada) an enthusiastic member on ‘Sustainable Living For All’ Group devoted to spreading awareness about Millets and active on Whatsapp, Facebook & YouTube.
A wholesome traditional breakfast with a nutritious twist!
If you're looking for a nourishing, high-fiber breakfast that keeps you full and satisfied, this Sprouted Jowar Flour Puttu is your answer! This South Indian delicacy, usually made with rice or wheat, gets a nutritious upgrade here using sprouted ragi (finger millet) flour and jowar (sorghum) for added health benefits. It's steamed, oil-free, and makes for a perfectly light yet filling meal — ideal for breakfast or even a light dinner.
🌾 Ingredients:
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1 cup of Jowar (Sorghum)
→ Wash once, soak for 6–8 hours, air-dry, and grind into flour -
Salt – to taste
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1/4 cup warm water – to sprinkle
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1 cup grated coconut
🍽️ Method:
Step 1: Prepare the Jowar Flour
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After soaking and drying the jowar, grind it into a fine flour.
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In a mixing bowl, add the flour and salt.
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Sprinkle warm water gradually and begin mixing with your hand.
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The texture should be moist but crumbly – when pressed in your fist, it should hold together but fall apart easily when dropped. This is key for fluffy puttu.
Step 2: Layer the Puttu
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In your puttu maker mold, start with a layer of grated coconut.
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Add a layer of prepared flour (do not press it down).
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Repeat layers, alternating coconut and flour. Always end with coconut – this ensures even steaming and adds natural sweetness.
Step 3: Steam the Puttu
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Fill a pressure cooker or pot with some water and bring to a boil.
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Place the puttu mold on top (in place of the usual pressure valve if using a pressure cooker).
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Steam for about 10 minutes.
Step 4: Serve
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Once steamed, turn off the heat.
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Carefully remove the mold and let it cool slightly.
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Use a spoon or a blunt knife to gently push the puttu out onto a plate.
🍛 Serving Suggestions:
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Traditional combo: Enjoy with black channa dal curry for a protein-packed, wholesome meal.
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Sweet treat: Serve with sugar and chopped bananas – kids and adults alike will love it!
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Or just like I do – with both black channa and bananas for the perfect balance of savory and sweet! 😋
💡 Why Sprouted Ragi & Jowar?
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Ragi (finger millet) is rich in calcium, iron, and fiber, and when sprouted, its nutritional value multiplies.
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Jowar is a gluten-free grain that’s rich in antioxidants and aids digestion.
This Sprouted Ragi-Jowar Puttu is a great way to include ancient grains in your diet, improve gut health, and enjoy a deeply satisfying, comforting meal — all without refined flours or added fats.
Try this recipe and let me know how you like it! Would love to hear if you prefer the sweet or savory combo. 😊
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