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Kodo Millet Khichdi
Kodo Millet Khichdi is a comforting one-pot meal that is gentle on the digestive system and loaded with nutrition. Kodo millet is rich in antioxidants and helps regulate blood sugar, making this khichdi an excellent meal for the whole family.
Cook Time
25 mins
Servings
3 people
Difficulty
Easy
Ingredients
- 1 cup Kodo Millet (Varagu)
- ½ cup moong dal (split yellow lentils)
- 1 tbsp ghee
- 1 tsp cumin seeds
- 1 tsp turmeric powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2.5 cups water
Instructions
- 1
Wash the kodo millet and moong dal separately and soak for 30 minutes.
- 2
Heat ghee in a pressure cooker. Add cumin seeds.
- 3
Add the drained millet and moong dal, sauté for 2 minutes.
- 4
Add turmeric, salt, and water.
- 5
Pressure cook for 2-3 whistles on medium heat.
- 6
Once pressure releases, open and gently mash if desired.
- 7
Serve hot with a drizzle of ghee, papad, and pickle.
💡 Pro Tip
Add a small piece of ginger while cooking for an extra digestive boost.
