Name: Bajra Khichdi ( miliet) ( Protein and Iron Rich Recipe) recipe by Bhumi G at BetterButter
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 2
Ingredients: 1/2 cup bajra (black millet) soaked or 8 hours and drained; 1/2 cup yellow moong dal (split yellow gram) , washed and drained; 1 tbsp ghee; 1 tsp cumin seeds (jeera); 1/4 tsp turmeric powder (haldi); 1/2 tsp asafoetida (hing); Salt to taste

ABOUT Bajra Khichdi ( miliet) ( Protein and Iron Rich Recipe) RECIPE

we discovered is an excellent source of protein, iron, folic acid and fibre. Its creamy consistency and mild flavours make it a good recipe to have especially in the preconception period and first trimester. But I’m sure you will enjoy it all through your pregnancy.

Ingredients Serving: 2

1/2 cup bajra (black millet) soaked or 8 hours and drained
1/2 cup yellow moong dal (split yellow gram) , washed and drained
1 tbsp ghee
1 tsp cumin seeds (jeera)
1/4 tsp turmeric powder (haldi)
1/2 tsp asafoetida (hing)
Salt to taste

Instructions

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 pan and add the cumin seeds.
When the seeds crackle, add the asafoetida, turmeric powder and sauté for a few seconds.
Add the cooked bajra and moong dal and salt, mix well and cook on a medium flame for 2 to 3 minutes, while stirring occasionally. Serve immediately.

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