Finger Millet Upma Pakodi is a smart fusion snack that combines the comfort of upma with the crispness of pakodi. Prepared using finger millet (ragi) rawa, this snack is rich in fiber and minerals while offering a satisfying crunch.

The ragi rawa is first cooked into a thick upma-like mixture, then combined with besan and spices before deep frying. This method enhances binding and texture, resulting in pakodis that are crisp on the outside and soft inside. It is a perfect alternative to regular fritters and works well for tea-time or rainy-day snacking.

Ingredients

• Ragi rawa (roasted) – 50 g

• Besan (bengal gram flour) – 50 g

• Onions – 30 g (finely chopped)

• Green chillies – 5 g (finely chopped)

• Curry leaves – 5 g (chopped)

• Mustard seeds – 1 g

• Cumin seeds – 2 g

• Hing (asafoetida) – a pinch

• Salt – to taste

• Oil – for frying

• Water – 120 ml

Preparation Method

1. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a pan. Add mustard seeds, cumin seeds, hing, onions, green chillies, and curry leaves. Sauté for 3–4 minutes until aromatic.

2. In a separate bowl or pan, boil 120 ml water with salt.

3. Slowly add roasted ragi rawa to the boiling water while stirring continuously.

4. Cook on low flame until it becomes thick like upma.

5. Allow the mixture to cool slightly.

6. Add besan to the cooled ragi upma and mix well to form a firm mixture.

7. Heat oil in a frying pan on medium flame.

8. Take small portions of the mixture and gently drop them into hot oil like regular pakodis.

9. Fry until the pakodis turn golden brown and crisp.

10. Remove and drain excess oil on absorbent paper.

Serving Suggestions

• Serve hot with tomato sauce or green chutney

• Ideal as evening snack or tea-time accompaniment

• Best enjoyed fresh

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