Bajra Moong Dal Khichdi, A Simple Millet Dish For A Nutritious Meal

By Shreya Goswami

September 14, 2023

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Perfect for fasting as well as a weight loss diet, this nutritious Bajra Moong Dal Khichdi packs a powerful punch of nutrition and flavour. Try out this recipe today for your meals.

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Ingredients

½ cup bajra, soaked ½ cup green moong dal, soaked 3 cups water 1 tbsp ghee 1 tsp cumin seeds ¼ tsp asafoetida ½ tsp ginger paste 2 green chillies, chopped ½ cup peas ½ cup carrots, chopped Salt, to taste 1 tsp turmeric powder Coriander leaves, for garnish

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Step 1

Place the bajra and moong dal in a pressure cook with salt and turmeric, then cook for 3-4 whistles.

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Step 2

Heat ghee in a large wok, then add cumin seeds. Asafoetida, ginger paste and green chillies.

Step 3

Once these stop spluttering, add the peas and carrots. Stir fry with a bit of salt and turmeric until cooked.

Step 4

Now, pour in the bajra and moong dal mix, adjust salt and water, and cook for another 5-10 minutes.

Step 5

Garnish the Bajra Moong Dal Khichdi with coriander leaves and serve while hot.

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