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Millet flour, buttermilk or whey, water, salt and ghee are required to prepare this winter drink. Cooking food in a clay pot enhances its taste.

This traditional Rajasthani dish is very beneficial for health especially in winters. (Local 18)

In winter people adopt different ways to stay warm. Some rely on hot tea, while others prefer hot soup. Among these solutions, this Rajasthani dish is exceptionally beneficial for keeping the body warm. Moreover, it is loaded with nutrients that contribute to overall strength and well-being.

This Rajasthani dish called bajre ki rabri is widely prepared in every rural household in most parts of Rajasthan, especially during winters.

Bajre ki rabri is a traditional Rajasthani dish, which is very beneficial for health especially in winters. It is made from millet flour and buttermilk or whey. This delicious and nutritious dish is light on the stomach and aids in digestion.

Ingredients for making millet rubber

To make millet rubbery, one will basically need 1 cup of millet flour, 2-3 cups of buttermilk or whey, 2 cups of water, salt to taste, and 1 tablespoon of ghee. While iron and steel utensils are sufficient, preparing it in an earthen pot or vessel enhances its taste.

How to make

Mangidevi, an elderly woman who specializes in making bajra rabri, explains the process. First, dry-fry millet flour in a pan for five to seven minutes on low heat. This removes the rawness of the dough, gives a light aroma. After that, buttermilk and water should be mixed in a vessel. Then add roasted millet flour and mix well so that there is no lump.

After that, the mixture should be kept on low flame for cooking. It should be stirred constantly to prevent it from sticking to the bottom. It should be cooked till thick. After cooking add salt to taste and mix well.

After that, heat ghee in a small pan and add cumin or garlic masala to it. Then this mixture should be poured over the prepared rubber. This completes the preparation of hot and flavorful rubbery. This dish is not only traditional and healthy but also incredibly delicious.

Benefits of eating rubber

Ayurvedic Dr. Kishan Lal explains the health benefits of Bajra Rabri, especially in winters. This traditional dish is rich in nutrients and provides energy to the body. Rich in fiber, millet rubber promotes a healthy digestive system and relieves constipation. Also, it strengthens the bones.

Joar rubberi provides continuous energy, which makes a person feel refreshed throughout the day. It helps in maintaining body heat in winters. Additionally, millet rubber provides relief from diabetes, heart disease, skin and hair problems, and boosts immunity.

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