Gut friendly healthy probiotic recipes
In today’s post, we will explore two traditional, healthy and gut friendly recipes – Fermented Rice (Chawal Kanji) and Ragi malt (Ambil). These recipes are packed with probiotics that promote good gut health, aid digestions, and provide a boost to overall well being.
Fermented foods are known for their beneficial bacteria, which can help improve digestion, support a healthy immune system, and even enhance skin health. Fermented rice, made from leftover rice, is a classic dish that’s both simple to prepare and incredibly nourishing. Ragi malt, on the other hand, is a nutritious drink made from ragi (finger millet) flour, known for being rich in iron, calcium, and fiber. Both of these recipes are not only good for your gut but also a refreshing and healthy addition to our daily diet.
These traditional recipes are not only delicious but also incredibly healthy and easy to prepare. Let’s get started on these nutrients – rich, probiotic recipes that are a blessing for your gut health.
Ingredients
1. Fermented rice recipe ( Chawal Kanji) –
- Cooked rice – 1 cup
- Rice water – 1 cup
- Water – 1 cup
- Lemon slices – 2 (optional)
- Green chili – 1
- Curry leaves – 1 sprig
- Ginger (grated) – 1/4 tsp
- Salt – as per taste
- Ghee – 2 tbsp
- Homemade pickle – optional
- Fresh coriander leaves – 1 tsp
Method
- Firstly take clay pot or you can take any bowl. Next add 1 cup of leftover cooked rice.
- Add 1 cup of saved rice water (from the cooking rice) and 1 cup of regular water.
- Mix in 2 lemon slices (optional), 1 green chili, few curry leaves, 1/4 tsp grated ginger and salt to taste
- Now add 2 tbsp of ghee for richness, mix everything well, and leave the mixture covered overnight to ferment.
- By the next morning, your fermented rice or chawal kanji is ready. Serve with homemade pickle or fresh coriander for added flavor.
Ingredients
2. Ragi Malt recipe (Ambil)
- Ragi flour – 1/2 cup
- Water – 4 cups
- Curd – 3/4 cup
- Ginger (chopped) – 1/4 tsp
- Raw mango (chopped) -1 tsp (optional)
- Salt -as per taste
- Fresh coriander leaves – 1 tbsp
Method
- In a pan, take 1/2 cup ragi flour and mix with 4 cups of water, ensuring no lumps are formed.
- Heat the mixture on medium flame and stir continuously until it thickens.
- Once the mixture thickens, cover it and let it cook on low heat for 5 more minutes.
- Now turn off the flame and let it cool slightly.
- Once cooled, add 3/4 cup curd, chopped ginger, raw mango (optional) and salt as per taste. Mix well with whisk until smooth.
- Finally garnish with fresh coriander leaves and serve chilled or at room temperature for a refreshing, tangy drink.
Health benefits
- Fermented rice recipe (Chawal Kanji) – This simple, fermented dish is excellent for improving digestions and promoting good gut health. It’s natural probiotic that helps reduce bloating and keeps your system healthy.
- Ragi malt (Ambil) – Packed with iron, vitamin c and essential amino acids, Ragi malt is a nutritious drink that aids in digestion, boosts skin health, and can help with weight loss also.
Must try it and add them to your daily diet for a healthy and happy gut!!
