Step by Step method

• Preparation:

• This recipe involves three steps

• Preparing the Batter:

• 1.Wash and soak black gram in a bowl for 4 hours.
  

• 2.After soaking, grind into a thick batter.
  

• 3.Add ragi powder, baking soda and salt to the batter.
  

• 4.Leave the batter to ferment for about 2 hours.

• Preparing the Filling:

• 1.Add freshly grated coconut and jaggery to a medium sized pan.
  

• 2.Stir fry on a low flame for 4 to 5 minutes till it becomes a little dry.
  

• 3.Add green cardamom powder and black pepper powder and continue to stir fry on a low flame for two more minutes.
  

• 4.Keep this mix aside and let it cool.

• Preparing the Pitha:

• 1.Take one whole medium-sized green turmeric leaf.
  

• 2.Put a little batter on the leaf and spread it as a thick layer.
  

• 3.Put the desired amount of stuffing on the batter and fold the turmeric leaf lengthwise so that the stuffing is sealed within the batter.
  

• 4.Tie a thread around the folded leaf and ensure that the batter does not leak out.
  

• 5.Prepare all the pithas similarly.
  

• 6.Steam the pithas for at least 20 to 25 minutes on a medium flame. You may use an idli mould for this.Ragi Enduri Pitha is ready to be served hot!