12m+ recipe
Creamy Pink Ragi Porridge
A gentle ragi and beetroot porridge for colorful first-food routines from 12m+.
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp Live Indianly Sprouted Ragi Mix
- 180 ml water
- 1/2 tsp Live Indianly Beetroot Powder
- 2 tbsp mashed banana or steamed apple puree
Method
- Mix the ragi mix with a little water until lump-free.
- Add the remaining water and cook on medium flame, stirring continuously.
- Simmer for 5-7 minutes until the ragi is fully cooked.
- Stir in the Beetroot Powder during the last minute of cooking.
- Turn off the heat and mix in banana or apple puree.
- Cool to a safe serving temperature before feeding.
Texture tip
- Keep smooth and slightly runny.
- Make slightly thicker with fruit puree.
- Serve thicker with soft mashed fruits.
Nutritionist note
Sprouted ragi is a familiar calcium-rich grain, and a small amount of beetroot powder makes the porridge visually inviting.
Parent tip
Add fruit puree after cooking so the fresh fruit taste stays mild and pleasant.
Allergen note
No major allergens are listed in this recipe. Check every packaged ingredient label and account for your child’s known allergies.
Parent note: introduce new foods one at a time, adjust texture for your baby’s readiness, and check with your pediatrician for allergies, medical conditions, or feeding concerns.
