Sabudana Khichdi is a traditional Indian dish made from sago, also known as tapioca pearls. it is a popular fasting recipe and is often enjoyed during festivals or as a light and nutritious breakfast or snack. This delicious and nutritious dish is easy to make and a wonderful combination of chewy tapioca pearls, crunchy peanuts, and aromatic spices. Let’s try making this delicious Sabudana Khichdi!
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Material:
- 1 cup sago (tapioca pearls)
- 2 medium potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
- 1/2 cup roasted peanuts, coarsely ground
- 2 green chilies, finely chopped (as per taste)
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp grated ginger
- a pinch of asafoetida
- 1 tbsp ghee or oil
- Fresh coriander, chopped, for garnish
- lemon juice, to taste
- salt to taste
Instruction:
Prepare Sabudana:
Wash the sago thoroughly under running water till the water runs clear. Soak the sago in enough water for about 3-4 hours or till they become soft. Remove the water completely.
Inflate the Sabudana:
After soaking, separate the pearls by expanding the sago slowly with the help of a fork. Cancel.
Sauté Aromatics:
Heat ghee or oil in a pan on medium heat. Add cumin and let it crackle.
Add grated ginger, chopped green chilies, and a pinch of asafoetida to it. Fry for a minute till the aroma comes.
Add Potatoes:
Add the chopped potatoes to the pan and fry them till they are fully cooked and light golden brown.
Mix Sabudana:
Put the soaked puffed sago in the pan. Mix well with potatoes and spices.
Cooking Sago:
Cook the sago mixture on a slow flame, while stirring occasionally to prevent sticking, till the sago pearls become translucent and soft. This should take about 5-7 minutes.
Add Peanuts:
Add coarsely ground roasted peanuts to the pan. Mix well to incorporate the peanuts into the sago mixture.
Season and Garnish:
Put salt and lemon juice in Sabudana Khichdi. Mix well to distribute the flavor evenly.
Serve hot:
Once the sago becomes soft and the flavors meld well, switch off the flame.
Garnish Sabudana Khichdi with freshly chopped coriander.
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Tips:
To test whether the sago is wet enough, press a pearl between your fingers. It should be easily mashed without any resistance.
Adjust the amount of green chilies and lemon juice as per your spice preference.
Serve Sabudana Khichdi with plain yogurt, sweetened yogurt, or coconut chutney for a delightful balance of flavors.
This dish is usually enjoyed during fasting, so if you are making it for fasting then make sure to use rock salt instead of regular salt.
Conclusion:
Sabudana Khichdi is a comforting and nutritious dish that is not only delicious but also easy to make. The chewy texture of the sago pearls combined with the crunchiness of the peanuts and the aroma of the spices make this a delightful dish. Whether enjoyed as a fasting meal or as a light snack, Sabudana Khichdi is a versatile and satisfying dish that is sure to warm your heart and please your taste buds.
