Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
0.5 cup

Foxtail Millet

washed

0.5 cup

Yellow Moong Dal (Split)

washed

1 inch

Ginger

grated

1 tsp

Turmeric powder (Haldi)

1 inch

Cinnamon Stick (Dalchini)

1 tbsp

Ghee

0.25 tsp

Asafoetida (hing)

1 tsp

Whole Black Peppercorns

coarsely pounded

1 tsp

Cumin seeds (Jeera)

Step 1
~6 min

Wash the foxtail millet and yellow moong dal.

Step 2
~6 min

Place the washed millet and dal in a pressure cooker.

Step 3
~6 min

Add 3-1/2 cups of water, turmeric powder, grated ginger, salt, and cinnamon stick to the pressure cooker.

Step 4
~6 min

Cook until you hear 3-4 whistles. Turn off the heat and allow the pressure to release naturally.

Step 5
~6 min

Open the cooker and stir the Khichdi to combine all the ingredients.

Step 6
~6 min

Heat ghee in a small tadka pan for the seasoning.

Step 7
~6 min

Add cumin seeds, crushed peppercorns, and asafoetida to the hot ghee.

Step 8
~6 min

Stir for a few seconds until fragrant.

Step 9
~6 min

Add the tadka to the Foxtail Millet Khichdi.

Step 10
~6 min

Serve the Foxtail Millet Khichdi along with Batata Nu Shaak (Aloo Tamatar Sabzi).

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust water consistency based on your preference.

Serve with yogurt or raita for a cooling effect.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 mins

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made a day ahead and reheated.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Medium
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve hot with Batata Aloo Nu Shaak and yogurt.

Garnish with fresh coriander leaves.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Batata Aloo Nu Shaak
Yogurt
Papad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

India

Cultural Significance

Khichdi is a comfort food in many Indian households.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Weeknight Dinner
Comfort Food
Quick Meal

Popularity Score

65/100

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