Khichidi is one of India’s most comforting and balanced meals, known for its simplicity and easy digestibility. This Pearl Millet Khichidi recipe replaces rice with pearl millet (bajra), significantly improving fiber and mineral content while keeping the dish hearty and satisfying.

Cooked with moong dal, seasonal vegetables, and gentle spices, this khichidi is perfect for lunch or dinner, recovery meals, or days when you want something wholesome and nourishing. It is suitable for all age groups and fits well into millet-based diets.

Ingredients

• Pearl millet – 1 cup

• Moong dal – 1 cup

• Potato – 1 (chopped)

• Carrot – 1 (chopped)

• Beans – 4 (chopped)

• Green peas – 5 tsp

• Onion – 1 (chopped)

• Tomato – 1 (chopped)

• Green chillies – 4 (slit)

• Mustard seeds – 1 tsp

• Cumin seeds – 1 tsp

• Ginger–garlic paste – 2 tsp

• Red chilli powder – 1 tsp

• Coriander powder – 1 tsp

• Turmeric powder – ½ tsp

• Chopped coriander leaves – 2 tsp

• Lemon juice – 1 tsp

• Salt – to taste

• Oil – as required

• Water – 5 cups

Preparation Method

1. Soak the Grains
   In a bowl, soak pearl millet and moong dal together overnight. Wash and drain before cooking.

2. Prepare the Tempering
   Heat oil in a pressure cooker. Add mustard seeds and cumin seeds. Once they splutter, add green chillies, ginger–garlic paste, onions, and vegetables. Sauté for 5–10 minutes.

3. Add Spices
   Add red chilli powder, coriander powder, turmeric powder, and salt. Sauté for 2 minutes until aromatic.

4. Cook the Khichidi
   Add soaked pearl millet, moong dal, tomatoes, and 5 cups of water. Mix well, close the lid, and pressure cook for 4–5 whistles.

5. Finish & Serve
   Once pressure releases, open the cooker. Add lemon juice and chopped coriander leaves. Mix gently and serve hot.

Serving Suggestions

• Serve hot with curd or buttermilk

• Pair with pickle or papad

• Ideal as lunch or light dinner

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