Sabudana Khichdi
Sabudana Khichdi is a popular Indian dish made with tapioca pearls (sabudana), peanuts, and spices. It is a staple during fasting periods like Navratri, Ekadashi, and Shivratri due to its high energy content and easy digestibility. This dish is not only delicious but also gluten-free and vegetarian.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup sabudana (tapioca pearls)
- 1 medium-sized potato, diced
- ½ cup roasted peanuts, coarsely ground
- 1 green chili, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
- ½ teaspoon salt (sendha namak for fasting)
- ½ teaspoon sugar (optional)
- 1 tablespoon ghee or oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh coriander leaves, chopped
Instructions:
- Soak the Sabudana: Rinse the sabudana thoroughly under running water until the starch is removed. Soak it in just enough water to cover the pearls for 4-6 hours or overnight. The sabudana should become soft but not mushy.
- Prepare the Ingredients: Drain any excess water from the sabudana. Mix the soaked sabudana with ground peanuts and set aside.
- Cook the Potatoes: Heat ghee in a pan, add cumin seeds, and let them splutter. Add diced potatoes and sauté until they turn golden brown.
- Sauté the Sabudana: Add green chilies, salt, and sugar, then mix in the sabudana-peanut mixture. Stir well and cook on low heat for about 5-7 minutes until the sabudana turns translucent.
- Finish and Serve: Turn off the heat and add lemon juice. Garnish with chopped coriander leaves and serve warm.
Tips for Perfect Sabudana Khichdi:
- Ensure the sabudana is properly soaked; hard or sticky pearls can ruin the texture.
- Do not over-stir while cooking to prevent mushiness.
- Use sendha namak instead of regular salt if making it for fasting.
- Adjust spice levels as per your preference.
Sabudana Khichdi is a wholesome and flavorful dish that is perfect for breakfast, snacks, or fasting meals. Enjoy it with a side of yogurt or a hot cup of chai!
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