BAJRA KHICHDI

Bajra Khichdi is a popular aromatic and delicious dish. You can try making this amazing Bajra Khichdi in your kitchen. This recipe requires few minutes for preparation and 30 minutes to cook. . Bajra Khichdi is enjoyed by everyone and can be served on special occasions. The flavours of the Bajra Khichdi would satiate your taste buds. 

Ingredients to make Bajra Khichdi

• 1/2 cup pearl millet
• 1/4 cup split green gram
• salt to taste
• 1/4 tsp turmeric powder
• 2 tbsp ghee
• 1/2 tsp cumin seeds
• asafoetida a pinch                                                                   

How to make Bajra Khichdi

1. Clean bajra and soak overnight or at least for 6-7 hours and drain.
2. Clean and soak moong dal for 30 minutes and drain.
3. Combine bajra and moong dal in a pressure cooker, add 2 cups of water and salt, mix well and pressure cook for 4 whistles.
4. Open the lid, once the steam is released.
5. In a frying pan, heat ghee, add cumin seeds, when the seeds start to splutter add asafoetida and turmeric powder.
6. Add this ghee/tadka to the cooked khichdi mix well and cook for 2-3 minutes on medium flame.
7. Serve hot with a dollop of ghee and powdered jaggery:)