Bajra Khichdi ( Rajasthani)
by Tarla Dalal
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When one thinks of homely food, khichdi is the first option that comes to mind. A wholesome khichdi can warm your heart and make you comfortable after a long and busy day, and this sumptuous Bajra Khichdi is sure to live up to your expectations.
Rajasthanis use more of millets like bajra than rice, and therefore recipes like khichdi that are typically made with rice in other parts of the country are made differently in Rajasthan. In winters, Rajasthani bajra khichdi is ideal to combat the cold weather.
The procedure of making bajra khichdi is very very easy, so simple that even a amatuer cant go wrong with it. To make bajra khichdi, rinse and soak bajra for 8 hours. Bajra keeps the body warm and are good to consume during winters as they help in absorbing the nutrients and build muscle tissue. Further, combine the bajra, moong dal, salt and 2 cups of water in a pressure cooker, mix well and pressure cook for 4 whistles. Allow the steam to escape before opening the lid. Keep aside. Heat the ghee in a deep non-stick pan and add the cumin seeds. When the seeds crackle, add the asafoetida and turmeric powder and sauté on a medium flame for a few seconds. Add the cooked bajra-moong dal mixture and little salt, mix well and cook on a medium flame for 2 to 3 minutes, while stirring occasionally. Serve the healthy black millet Indian khichdi immediately. Though, the recipe uses basic ingredients the outcome and taste is luscious.
Bajra Khichdi, with its creamy consistency and mild flavours, is both comforting and satiating and makes a lovely meal when served with a cup of curd or raita.
If you are looking for something more elaborate in Rajasthani bajra khichdi, feel free to add some spices to the tempering, or maybe even throw in some chopped veggies into the cooker along with the bajra and moong dal.
healthy black millet Indian khichdi is good for you as bajra is high in protein and is a complete protein for vegetarians when combined with dal. So as a Vegetarian, include bajra in your diet. Bajra is a great option for those on a gluten-free diet.
Enjoy bajra khichdi recipe | Rajasthani bajra khichdi | healthy black millet Indian khichdi with detailed step by step photos below.
Bajra Khichdi ( Rajasthani) recipe - How to make Bajra Khichdi ( Rajasthani)
Soaking Time: 8 hours Preparation Time: Cooking Time: Total Time:
Makes 3 servings
For Bajra Khichdi
1/2 cup bajra (black millet) , soaked for 8 hours and drained
1/2 cup yellow moong dal (split yellow gram) , washed and drained
salt to taste
1 tbsp ghee
1 tsp cumin seeds (jeera)
1/2 tsp asafoetida (hing)
1/4 tsp turmeric powder (haldi)
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- Allow the steam to escape before opening the lid. Keep aside.
- Heat the ghee in a deep non-stick pan and add the cumin seeds.
- When the seeds crackle, add the asafoetida and turmeric powder and sauté on a medium flame for a few seconds.
- Add the cooked bajra-moong dal mixture and little salt, mix well and cook on a medium flame for 2 to 3 minutes, while stirring occasionally.
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For preparing the pearl millet khichdi :
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To make Bajra Khichdi (Rajasthani Bajra Khichdi), first in a deep bowl take bajra and rinse it with water 2-3 times.
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Add enough water to submerge the black millet.
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Cover with a lid and keep aside to soak for 8 hours. If you do not have 8 hours then soak for around 4 hours and then pulse in the mixer few times to loosen out the husk and make a coarse powder.
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The soaked bajra looks like this after 8 hours. Millets like bajra and nachni keep our system warm and are good to consume during winters as they help in absorbing the nutrients and build muscle tissue.
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Drain it using a strainer. Keep aside.
- Take yellow moong dal in a strainer. Wash it 2-3 times under running water.
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Drain it using a strainer. Keep aside.
For the Bajra Khichdi :
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In a pressure cooker add the soaked bajra.
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Add the yellow moong dal.
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Add the salt.
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To add 2 cups of water.
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Mix well using a spoon.
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Shut the lid of the pressure cooker and pressure cook for 4 whistles. Allow the steam to escape before opening the lid. Open the pressure cooker.
For the tadka of Bajra Khichdi :
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For the tadka for bajra khichdi | Rajasthani bajra khichdi | healthy black millet Indian khichdi | heat the ghee in a deep non-stick pan.
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Once the ghee is hot, add the cumin seeds.
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When the seeds crackle, add the asafoetida and turmeric powder.
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Sauté on a medium flame for a few seconds.
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Add the cooked bajra- yellow moong dal mixture.
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Add little salt to Bajra Khichdi
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Mix the mixture thoroughly and cook over medium heat for 3 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
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Serve the bajra khichdi | Rajasthani bajra khichdi | healthy black millet Indian khichdi | with curd and garnish with ghee.
Notes on Khichdi
- Khichdis normally feature rice or other grains in a mushy or mashed form, along with dals, spices and/ or veggies. There are Khichdi recipes aplenty. They can be a soothing comfort food, or a spicy delicacy, depending on how you choose to make it. However, in most cases, Khichdis are very convenient to make as all the ingredients can be quickly pressure-cooked together. We have a large collection of healthy khichdi's which are not made with rice. A good start is to try this jowar moong dal khichdi recipe.
Bajra Khichdi for Senior Citizens
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Rajasthani Style Bajra Khichdi – Soft Food for Senior Citizen. This khichdi is a great source of energy, protein, fats and iron… all the nutrients required by senior citizens. The additional advantage of this delicacy is that it’s a one dish meal which treasures all these nutrients in one go. Moreover it is easy to chew as compared to rotis and parathas. If you wish to have an extra soft Bajra khichdi, pressure cook for 2 more whistles. Serve Rajasthani Style Bajra Khichdi for dinner with curd and add on 11.3 g of protein and 3.5 g of iron to your diet.
18 super benefits of bajra
- Bajra is high in protein: One cup of Bajra Flour makes around 4 rotis. So each Bajra Roti yields about 1.8 grams of protein which is a very good source for Vegetarian protein. This key nutrient is required to build muscle mass and noursih each and every cell of the body.
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Bajra is High in Fiber :
Fiber is a key nutritent which is a best friend of your digestive system. It helps cleanse the gut and prevent constipation. It also keeps you full for long time and thus avoids binge eating and weight gain. Try this fiber rich flour for a satiating breakfast in the form of Bajra Onion Muthia. -
Bajra forms a Complete Protein for Vegetarians :
Bajra Flour forms a complete protein when combined with legumes like rajma, moong dal, urad dal, toovar dal, chana dal. This is because bajra being a cereal pairs with legumes and pulses to make up for all the 9 essential amino acids humans need. See 18 benefits of bajra, bajra flour.
| Energy | 252 cal |
| Protein | 11.3 g |
| Carbohydrates | 38.2 g |
| Fiber | 5.8 g |
| Fat | 6.1 g |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg |
| Vitamin A | 91 mcg |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.2 mg |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.1 mg |
| Vitamin B3 | 1.4 mg |
| Vitamin C | 0 mg |
| Folic Acid | 59 mcg |
| Calcium | 36.3 mg |
| Iron | 3.5 mg |
| Magnesium | 74 mg |
| Phosphorus | 81.4 mg |
| Sodium | 12 mg |
| Potassium | 466.2 mg |
| Zinc | 1.8 mg |
Thanks Tarla ji. As usual you make it sound mouth watering and pretty simple. Will try out tomorrow.
I see recipes from various sources. But to be frank, only when I see Tarla Dalal''s recipe for the same item, I feel like trying it. Because the recipes are simple & clear. Keep adding new recipes.
Very easy to make, nutritious and tasty. What more could I ask for? Kudos to the team.
Edited after original posting.
First time seeing these different kinds of Ki had I Recipes. Especially Bajra Khichdi. Will try it as we love rotlas. So this nu Be Very delicious. 👍 . Will let you know how it turns out! ❤️
This Khichadi is very healthy than other Khichadi. I will try & let you know. Thanks.
Very nice recipe
Surely I will try this recipe diring this weekend.