Consuming a nutrient-dense diet is essential during pregnancy for the development of both mother and child. Here is a beginner-friendly recipe to make high-protein methi laddu at home for pregnant women. Tap to know.
INGREDIENTS
To make high-protein methi laddu at home, you will need only five ingredients: one cup of methi, 1/2 cup chopped almonds, one cup of jaggery, 1/4 cup ghee, and one teaspoon of cardamom powder.
ROAST FENUGREEK SEEDS
Take one cup of methi and roast them in a heavy bottom pan until they are crispy. Then, grind them to make fine powder.
ROAST ALMOND
Now, roast 1/2 cup of chopped almonds in the same pan for 7-10 minutes or until they are roasted completely.
PREPARE JAGGERY GHEE MIXTURE
In another pan, heat one cup of jaggery and stir in 1/4 cup of ghee. Mix it well till the jaggery dissolves into ghee.
COMBINE INGREDIENTS
Combine the methi powder, roasted almonds, and cardamom powder with the jaggery-ghee paste. Mix them properly well.
SHAPE LADDO
Let the mixture cool down for 5-6 minutes. Then, divide the mixture into small parts and give them a laddus shape.
Ready TO EAT
Your homemade high-protein methi laddos are ready; store them in an airtight container. You can eat one laddu daily to boost your immunity.
BENEFITS OF METHI LADDU
According to the Healthline, fenugreek seeds (methi) is a great source of folate, iron, magnesium and potassium that are essential for healthy pregnancy. Cosuming methi can boost immunity during pregnancy.
CONCLUSION
Follow this simple recipe to make high-protein methi laddo at home. Always consult a healthcare professional before making any changes to your pregnancy diet.