Gujarati Millet Khichdi (Bhaidku)
Yields: 4 servings
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
Ingredients:
- 1 cup barnyard millet (bhagar/samo)
- 3 cups water
- 1/4 cup grated jaggery or brown sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1/4 cup milk (optional, for added richness)
- 1/4 teaspoon cardamom powder (elaichi)
- 1 tablespoon ghee (clarified butter)
- A pinch of salt
- Chopped nuts and dried fruits (almonds, cashews, raisins) for garnish
Instructions:
- Roast the millet: Dry roast the barnyard millet in a pan over medium heat for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
- Cook the porridge: Add water to the roasted millet and bring it to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for about 15-20 minutes or until the millet is cooked through and the water is absorbed.
- Sweeten and flavor: Stir in the jaggery (or brown sugar), milk (if using), cardamom powder, and salt. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the jaggery dissolves and the porridge thickens slightly.
- Temper with ghee: Heat ghee in a small pan and add a pinch of cumin seeds (optional). Once they splutter, pour the tempered ghee over the khichdi.
- Garnish and serve: Garnish with chopped nuts and dried fruits. Serve the Moraiyo Khichdi Bhaidku warm.
Estimated Nutrition Information (per serving):
- Calories: 200-250 kcal
- Protein: 4-5 grams
- Fat: 5-7 grams (depending on ghee used)
- Carbohydrates: 35-40 grams
- Fiber: 4-5 grams
- Iron: Good source
- Magnesium: Good source
