Step 1
Heat oil or ghee in a pan and sauté chopped onion until translucent.
Step 2
Add ginger and garlic; cook for 1 minute until aromatic.
Step 3
Add drumstick pieces and sauté for 2–3 minutes.
Step 4
Pour in water, cover, and cook for 10–12 minutes until the drumsticks become tender.
Step 5
In a separate bowl, mix ragi flour with a little water to form a lump-free slurry.
Step 6
Slowly add the slurry to the soup while stirring continuously.
Step 7
Add salt, black pepper, and roasted cumin powder.
Step 8
Simmer for 5–7 minutes until the soup thickens slightly.
Step 9
Add paneer cubes and cook for another 2–3 minutes.
Step 10
Garnish with fresh coriander and serve
Step 11
Tiffin Tip: Pack the soup in a leak-proof insulated flask and carry some roasted seeds or whole-grain crackers alongside for a complete, nourishing tiffin meal.