When Winter Calls for Something Gentle
Not all comfort food needs to be heavy.
Some comfort comes softly — warm, nourishing, and easy to digest.
Bajra Raab is one such recipe.
A traditional porridge made with sprouted pearl millet, ghee, and jaggery, it has been a winter staple in many Indian homes — especially for children, elders, and anyone recovering from illness.
Simple ingredients. Slow warmth. Deep nourishment.
🌱 Why Sprouted Bajra?
Bajra (pearl millet) is naturally warming, iron-rich, and grounding.
When sprouted, it becomes even better:
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easier to digest
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improved mineral absorption
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gentler on the gut
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sustained energy without heaviness
Raab is traditionally given when digestion is weak — because it strengthens without stressing the system.
🥣 Sprouted Bajra Raab Recipe
You’ll need:
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2 tbsp Sprouted Bajra Flour
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1 tbsp ghee
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2 cups water
(or thin buttermilk for a savoury version) -
2 tbsp jaggery powder
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A pinch of dry ginger (saunth)
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A pinch of cardamom powder
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Chopped nuts, optional
How to make it:
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Heat ghee in a heavy-bottom pan.
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Add sprouted bajra flour and roast gently until aromatic and nutty.
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Slowly whisk in water to avoid lumps.
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Simmer on low heat until it thickens slightly.
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Add jaggery, dry ginger, and cardamom. Stir well.
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Serve warm, topped with nuts if you like.
🌿 Why This Bowl Works So Well in Winter
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Ghee lubricates digestion and adds warmth
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Jaggery provides gentle sweetness and iron
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Dry ginger improves digestion and circulation
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Cardamom balances heaviness and adds aroma
This is food that understands the season.
🕯️ When to Enjoy Bajra Raab
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Cold winter mornings
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As a light dinner
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During recovery or low appetite days
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For children and elders
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When your gut needs rest, not stimulation
💚 The Urban Organic Life Way
At Urban Organic Life, we believe traditional recipes endure because they work.
Sprouted Bajra Raab is not trendy food — it’s wise food.
Simple. Nourishing.
Very winter.
If you try this recipe, let it be slow.
Let it be warm.
Let it take you back.
