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Zero-oil fada ni khichdi is an innovative Gujarati khichdi made in the pressure cooker with zero oil. Learn how to make zero oil dalia khichdi .

What is Khichdi? Breakfast, brunch, supper or dinner, if you want a simple meal in a hurry, look no further than the humble khichdi. Khichdi is usually made with a combination of grains and dals, cooked till soft and mushy, just a little thicker than porridge. This makes it comforting to the palate and easy to digest too. Most commonly, khichdi is made of rice and moong dal.

We have got you a perfect, healthy and tummy filling khichdi recipe " zero oil fada ni khichdi ". Fada translates to broken wheat, lapsi, dalia or bulgar wheat. We have used the very nutritive and healthy dalia as the main ingredients which makes the zero oil brown wheat khichdi super nutritive too.

Think comfort food, and zero oil broken wheat khichdi is one of the first options that comes to mind. Easy to make, a one pot dish dinner, and a one-dish meal, the zero oil Gujarati style fada ni khichdi is the epitome of convenience. Breakfast, brunch, supper or dinner, if you want a simple meal in a hurry, look no further than the humble zero oil dalia khichdi.

Main ingredients for zero oil fada ni khichdi.
Broken wheat is a good source of complex carbohydrates, which can help to keep you feeling full and satisfied after eating. High Fibre in dalia aids in managing diabetes.
Yellow moong dal cooks quickly and easily, which makes it a good choice for khichdi. The fibre (4.1 g in ¼ cup) present in yellow moong dal prevents the deposition of bad cholesterol (LDL) in the arteries which promotes a healthy heart in turn.

This low-calorie, zero-oil Fada ni Khichdi ( 117 calories ) is ideal for weight loss. Serve zero oil healthy moong dal lapsi khichdi with a bowl of low fat curds.

Pro tips for zero oil fada ni khichdi. 1. Add 1/2 cup sliced onions. Onions have a mild, sweet flavor that compliments the other flavors in khichdi. They can also help to deepen the flavor of the dish. Along with other phytonutrients from onions, it helps to build WBC (white blood cells) which serves as a line of defence against illness. 2. Add 1/4 cup green peas. Green peas add a bit of crunch and sweetness to khichdi. They can also help to make the khichdi more creamy and smooth. Green peas are good for weight loss, good source of vegetarian protein and have insoluble fibre to relieve relieve constipation. 3. Add 1 tsp ginger-garlic (adrak-lehsun) paste. Ginger and garlic are both aromatic vegetables, which means that they release pleasant fragrances when cooked. This can help to make khichdi more appealing to eat.

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Zero Oil Fada ni Khichdi Recipe

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Zero Oil Fada ni Khichdi Recipe recipe - How to make Zero Oil Fada ni Khichdi Recipe

Soaking time:  15 minutes   Preparation Time:    Cooking Time:    Total Time:     4Makes 4 servings
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Ingredients
Method
For zero oil fada ni khichdi
    For zero oil fada ni khichdi
  1. To make zero oil fada ni khichdi, clean, wash and soak the bulgur wheat and yellow moong dal in enough water in a bowl for 15 minutes. Drain and keep aside.
  2. Heat the pressure cooker, add the cumin seeds, cloves and cardamom and dry roast for about 30 seconds.
  3. Add the onions and ginger-garlic paste and dry roast for 60 seconds.
  4. Add the bulgur wheat, yellow moong dal, peas and tomatoes and dry roast for another 1 minute while stirring continuously.
  5. Add the turmeric powder, chilli powder, salt and 2 cups of hot water, mix well and pressure cook for 3 whistles.
  6. Allow the steam to escape before opening the lid.
  7. Garnish th zero oil fada ni khichdi with coriander and serve hot with low-fat curds.
Nutrient values (Abbrv) per serving
Energy117 cal
Protein4.8 g
Carbohydrates23.2 g
Fiber2.4 g
Fat0.5 g
Cholesterol0 mg
Sodium8.2 mg
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like zero oil fada ni khichdi
    like zero oil fada ni khichdi
  1. like zero oil fada ni khichdi recipe | zero oil dalia khichdi | zero oil healthy moong dal khichdi | then see our collection of khichdi recipes and some recipes we love. Khichdi can also be made with broken wheat, sooji, millets, barley, oats, and so on. Try the Fada ni Khichdi, Oats Khichdi, Buckwheat Khichdi or Barley Khichdi.    The simplest khichdi is flavoured with turmeric and jeera tempered in ghee. However, more spices and veggies too can be added to make more elaborate khichdis like the Handi Khichdi. By adding more vegetables, you can make the khichdi more balanced and just right to have as a complete breakfast on any day. Have a go at the Tarkari Khichdi, Bajra Whole Moong and Green Pea Khichdi, and Vegetable Bulgur Wheat Khichdi. 
  2. What is Khichdi?   Think comfort food, and khichdi is the first option that comes to mind. Easy to make, a one pot dish dinner, and a one dish meal, the khichdi is the epitome of convenience. Breakfast, brunch, supper or dinner, if you want a simple meal in a hurry, look no further than the humble khichdi.    Khichdi is usually made with a combination of grains and dals, cooked till soft and mushy, just a little thicker than porridge. This makes it comforting to the palate and easy to digest too. Most commonly, khichdi is made of rice and moong dal. This Dal Khichdi is perhaps the homeliest meal that one can think of, the only food you can think of having after a bout of fever or a depressing day! 

what is zero oil fada ni khichdi made of?
    what is zero oil fada ni khichdi made of?
  1. what is zero oil fada ni khichdi made of? See below image of list of inredients for zero oil fada ni khichdi.

benefits of dalia ( fada)
    benefits of dalia ( fada)
  1. Dalia, Broken wheat has been since years a part of Middle Eastern cuisine, the most famous delicacy being Tabbouleh. Recently, with its well-known health benefits being known to a many of us, it has gained some place in Indian cuisine too. This type of wheat, also called as bulgur wheat or sometimes even cracked wheat, is most commonly used to make a one dish meal – khichdi. Upma, kheer, salad, adai, idli are a few more delicacies crafted from bulgur wheat. Low in fat and high in fiber is the nutrition quality that makes this grain a healthy dietary choice. See: 8 super Benefits of Dalia, Bulgur Wheat, Broken Wheat, Lapsi.

soaking fada and dal
    soaking fada and dal
  1. In a bowl put 1/2 cup broken wheat (dalia). Broken wheat is a good source of complex carbohydrates, which can help to keep you feeling full and satisfied after eating. High Fibre in dalia aids in managing Diabetes. The high fiber further assists in controlling the levels of cholesterol too, thus reducing the risk of strokes.
  2. Add 1/4 cup yellow moong dal (split yellow gram). Yellow moong dal cooks quickly and easily, which makes it a good choice for khichdi. It also helps to keep the khichdi moist and prevents it from becoming too dry. The fibre (4.1 g in ¼ cup) present in yellow moong dal prevents the deposition of bad cholesterol (LDL) in the arteries which promotes a healthy heart in turn.
  3. Add enough water to wash.
  4. Scrub until the dirt is gone. You may need to change the water 2-3 times.  
  5. Soak in enough water for 15 mintues.
  6. Drain.
  7. Saoked and drained fada (dalia, broken wheat) and moong dal.

making zero oil fada ni khichdi
    making zero oil fada ni khichdi
  1. Heat the pressure cooker. No oil is needed, as this is a zero-oil recipe.  
  2. Add 1 tsp cumin seeds (jeera).
  3. Add 2 cloves (laung / lavang).
  4. Add 2 cardamoms (elaichi). Cardamom has a unique, sweet and earthy flavor that complements the other flavors in khichdi. 
  5.  Dry roast for about 30 seconds.
  6. Add 1/2 cup sliced onions. Onions have a mild, sweet flavor that complements the other flavors in khichdi. They can also help to deepen the flavor of the dish. Along with other phytonutrients from onions, it helps to build WBC (white blood cells) which serves as a line of defence against illness.
  7. Add 1 tsp ginger-garlic (adrak-lehsun) paste. Ginger and garlic are both aromatic vegetables, which means that they release pleasant fragrances when cooked. This can help to make khichdi more appealing to eat. See how to make ginger garlic paste.
  8. Dry roast for 1 minute.
  9. Add the soaked bulgur wheat, yellow moong dal, 
  10. Add 1/4 cup green peas. Green peas add a bit of crunch and sweetness to khichdi. They can also help to make the khichdi more creamy and smooth. Green peas are good for weight loss, good source of vegetarian protein and have insoluble fibre to relieve constipation.
  11. Add 3/4 cup chopped tomatoes. Tomatoes have a sweet and tangy flavor that complements the other flavors in khichdi. They can also help to deepen the flavor of the dish. Tomatoes are extremely rich source of Lycopene. Tomatoes are a powerful antioxidant, super rich in Vitamin C, good for heart. 
  12. Dry roast for another 1 minute while stirring continuously.
  13. Add 1/4 tsp turmeric powder (haldi).
  14. Add 1/2 tsp chilli powder.
  15. Add salt to taste. We added 1/2 tsp salt.
  16. Add 2 cups of water. Use hot water if you want to cook faster.
  17. Mix well.
  18. Pressure cook for 3 whistles.
  19. Allow the steam to escape before opening the lid.
  20. Garnish with coriander and serve hot with low-fat curds.

pro tips for zero oil fada ni khichdi
    pro tips for zero oil fada ni khichdi
  1. High Fibre in dalia aids in managing Diabetes. The high fiber further assists in controlling the levels of cholesterol too, thus reducing the risk of strokes.
  2. The fibre (4.1 g in ¼ cup) present in yellow moong dal prevents the deposition of bad cholesterol (LDL) in the arteries which promotes a healthy heart in turn.
  3. Add 1/2 cup sliced onions. Onions have a mild, sweet flavor that complements the other flavors in khichdi. They can also help to deepen the flavor of the dish. Along with other phytonutrients from onions, it helps to build WBC (white blood cells) which serves as a line of defence against illness.
  4. Add 1 tsp ginger-garlic (adrak-lehsun) paste. Ginger and garlic are both aromatic vegetables, which means that they release pleasant fragrances when cooked. This can help to make khichdi more appealing to eat. See how to make ginger garlic paste.
  5. Add 1/4 cup green peas. Green peas add a bit of crunch and sweetness to khichdi. They can also help to make the khichdi more creamy and smooth. Green peas are good for weight loss, good source of vegetarian protein and have insoluble fibre to relieve constipation.
  6. Add 3/4 cup chopped tomatoes. Tomatoes have a sweet and tangy flavor that complements the other flavors in khichdi. They can also help to deepen the flavor of the dish. Tomatoes are extremely rich source of Lycopene. Tomatoes are a powerful antioxidant, super rich in Vitamin C, good for heart. 

benefits of zero oil fada ni khichdi
    benefits of zero oil fada ni khichdi
  1. Zero oil Fada ni Khichdi  is rich in below macronutrients, vitamins and minerals given in descending order (highest to lowest). 
    1. Vitamin C :  Vitamin C is a great defence against coughs and colds. Have citrus fruits, lemons, vegetables ( capsicum, broccoli, cabbage). Not all of the vitamin C is lost when vegetables are cooked. Some studies have shown that up to 50% of the vitamin C can be retained, depending on the cooking method and the vegetable. Cook vegetables quickly. The longer vegetables are cooked, the more vitamin C they will lose. 24% of RDA.
    2. Vitamin B1 (Thiamine) : Vitamin B1 protects nerves, helps in carbohydrate metabolism, prevents heart diseases and helps produce red blood cells. Indian Foods rich in B1 are Flax seeds (alsi), Sunflower seeds, Sesame seeds, Garden cress seeds (halim), Capsicum, Wheat flour, Chana dal, moong, walnuts, masoor dal, brown rice, jowar, bajra. 20% of RDA.

Reviews

Fada ni Khichdi ( Zero Oil Dal Chawal Recipe)
 on 26 Jun 19 11:43 AM
4

i try this receipe ,its awesome
Fada ni Khichdi ( Zero Oil Dal Chawal Recipe)
 on 26 Apr 18 04:46 PM
5

My nani is diabetic, so I made this healthy recipe for her dinner. She really loved it. Thanks for the recipe!
Fada ni Khichdi ( Zero Oil Dal Chawal Recipe)
 on 27 Mar 18 03:27 PM
5

Madam please start youtube video
Tarla Dalal
27 Mar 18 04:04 PM
   Hi, We have a you tube channel plz follow it is called tarla dalal''s kitchen and we have loads of videos....
Fada ni Khichdi ( Zero Oil Dal Chawal Recipe)
 on 21 Jan 16 02:56 PM
5

Very flavourful and healthy recipe
Tarla Dalal
21 Jan 16 03:08 PM
   Thanks Surekha. We are delighted you loved the recipe. Please keep posting your thoughts and feedback.
Fada ni Khichdi ( Zero Oil Dal Chawal Recipe)
 on 27 Dec 10 11:33 PM
4

Tasty and succulent khichdi! its easily digested and very healthy! God recipe.

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