🇮🇳 Indian Vegetarian

Thali-Style Pot Ragi Nihari

Name: Thali-Style Pot Ragi Nihari
Prep time: 14 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 39 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: 1/2 tsp Garam Masala; to taste Salt; 1 tsp Coriander Powder; 1/2 tsp Turmeric Powder; 2 tbsp Vegetable Oil; 1 tsp Red Chili Powder; 1 cup Finger Millet (Ragi)

🇮🇳 Indian

A vegetarian Indian dish in the spirit of Shillong cooking — Thali-Style Pot Ragi Nihari brings a thali-style touch with a classic nihari finish. About 39 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 14 min Cook 25 min Serves 4 Easy

Ingredients

Garam Masala1/2 tsp
Saltto taste
Coriander Powder1 tsp
Turmeric Powder1/2 tsp
Vegetable Oil2 tbsp
Red Chili Powder1 tsp
Finger Millet (Ragi)1 cup

Optional extras

Fresh Cilantro2 tbsp, chopped

Instructions

1
Heat oil or ghee in a heavy kadhai over medium heat.
2
Add cumin or mustard seeds and let them crackle.
3
Saute onion until golden, then stir in ginger-garlic paste.
4
Add tomatoes and powdered spices; cook until oil separates.
5
Add the main ingredient with a splash of water; cover and simmer.

Chef's tip

Keep the flame medium — rushing browns the base too fast.

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