Recipe: Finger Millet & Oats Dhokla (12 months - 18 months)

If you are looking for a nutritious recipe to add to your baby’s diet, this is a perfect option. Finger millet is a popular weaning food that is loaded with calcium and protein. It is great for boosting your little one’s immunity, supporting their bones, and also aiding in their muscle growth. Oats, on the other hand, are rich in fibre making the recipe easy to digest. The essential vitamins & minerals present in it are ideal for your baby’s growth.  

Preparation Time: 15 minutes

Total Cooking Time: 15-20 minutes

Ingredients

• 1 cup finger millet flour

• 1 cup fine semolina

• 200g. oats

• 1 cup yogurt

• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder

• Salt to taste

• 1 tablespoon oil

Number of Servings: 12-15 small dhoklas

Recommended Serving for 14-month-old Child: 1-2 small dhoklas, cut into quarters/halves 

Nutritive Value (per serving):

Method:

Step 1: Combine the millet flour, semolina, oats, yogurt and a little salt in a large mixing bowl. Add a little water at a time to make a thick batter. Allow the mixture to rest for 5 minutes.

Step 2: Grease small containers. Add baking powder to batter and mix well.

Step 3: Pour the batter into the greased containers.

Step 4: Steam on high heat for about 10 minutes until a tester inserted in the center comes out clean.

About Expert:

Ms. Jyoti Pachisia is a highly experienced Consulting Dietitian, Content Writer, Certified Diabetes Educator and Certified Renal Nutritionist. She currently serves as an Adjunct Faculty at the Institute of Management Studies, Mukundpur and as a Guest Faculty at the Dolphin School of Hotel Management, Kalyani.