Why Rajgira Millet is a Must-Have During Fasting – With Easy Recipes Using Damle Rajgira Flour
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When it comes to vrat (fasting) foods, Rajgira, also known as Amaranth, stands out as a nutritional powerhouse. Ancient yet timeless, this tiny pseudo-grain is not just tradition-approved but also dietitian-recommended. At Damle Foods, we bring you premium-quality Rajgira flour that makes fasting meals both healthy and delicious.
What is Rajgira (Amaranth)?
Rajgira is a gluten-free millet rich in protein, iron, calcium, and essential amino acids. Unlike many grains, it’s complete in protein, meaning it contains all nine essential amino acids, making it a great plant-based protein source.
It’s not technically a grain but a pseudo-cereal, which makes it permissible during fasts (vrats) like Navratri, Ekadashi, Shravan, or Mahashivratri.
Why You Should Include Rajgira During Fasting
1. Rich in Energy: Fasting can leave you feeling low on energy. Rajgira provides slow-releasing complex carbohydrates that keep you energized longer.
2. Protein Powerhouse: Ideal for maintaining muscle mass, especially when you're avoiding other protein sources.
3. Easy to Digest: Rajgira is light on the stomach and suitable for all age groups.
4. Gluten-Free: A great alternative for those with gluten intolerance or celiac disease.
5. Boosts Immunity: Contains antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties that support immune health.
Recipes Using Damle Rajgira Flour
Our Damle Rajgira Flour is stone-ground to preserve its nutrients and flavor, making it the perfect base for these delicious fasting-friendly recipes.
1. Rajgira Puri (Crispy & Festive)
Ingredients:
· 1 cup Damle Rajgira Flour
· 1 boiled potato (mashed)
· Sendha namak (rock salt) to taste
· 1 tsp cumin seeds
· Water as needed
· Ghee or oil for frying
Method:
1. In a bowl, combine rajgira flour, mashed potato, salt, and cumin seeds.
2. Add water gradually to make a firm dough.
3. Roll small puris using a rolling pin (use parchment paper if needed).
4. Fry in hot ghee/oil until golden and puffed.
5. Serve hot with curd or vrat-friendly sabzi.
2. Rajgira Bhakri (Rustic Flatbread)
Ingredients:
· 1 cup Damle Rajgira Flour
· Warm water
· Rock salt to taste
· Ghee for cooking
Method:
1. Mix flour and salt in a bowl.
2. Add warm water gradually to form a soft dough.
3. Take a ball of dough and pat into a round shape by hand (use banana leaf or plastic sheet).
4. Cook on a hot tawa with a bit of ghee until both sides are golden.
5. Enjoy with white butter or vrat-friendly chutney.
3. Rajgira Dosa (Crispy & Light)
Ingredients:
· 1 cup Damle Rajgira Flour
· 2 spoons curd
· 1 green chili (optional)
· Rock salt to taste
· Water to make a thin batter
· Ghee or oil for cooking
Method:
1. In a bowl, mix rajgira flour, dahi (curd), green chili, and salt.
2. Add water to create a pourable batter (like regular dosa batter).
3. Heat a non-stick tawa, grease with ghee, and pour the batter in a circular motion.
4. Cook on medium heat till crispy, flip and cook the other side.
5. Serve with coconut chutney or sweetened curd.
Final Thoughts
Fasting doesn't have to be boring or nutritionally lacking. With Damle Rajgira Flour, you get purity, tradition, and taste—all in one. Add this wholesome millet to your fasting meals and experience its health benefits without compromising on flavor.
Explore our range of fasting-friendly flours and mixes at damlefoods.com