Pearl Millet Vegetable Khichdi

A wholesome and comforting one-pot meal, this Pearl Millet Vegetable Khichdi  / bajra khichdi recipe brings together the earthy richness of bajra (pearl millet) and the vibrant flavors of fresh vegetables and spices. Packed with nutrition and perfect for a hearty lunch or dinner, it’s a simple way to enjoy the goodness of millets in a tasty, satisfying dish.

Ingredients

• 1 cup Pearl Millets (soaked overnight)
• 1 Onion, finely chopped
• 1 Tomato, chopped
• 1 Green Chilli, slit
• 1 tsp Ginger, grated
• ¼ Carrot, chopped
• 2 tbsp Green Peas
• 2 tbsp Capsicum, chopped
• 1 tbsp Oil
• ½ tsp Mustard Seeds
• ½ tsp Urad Dal
• Salt, to taste
• 2 tbsp Fresh Coriander Leaves, chopped
• 3¼ cups Water

Steps to make bajra khichdi recipe

1. Prep the Millet: Wash and soak pearl millets overnight. In the morning, grind them lightly for quicker cooking.
2. Tempering: Heat oil in a pressure cooker. Add mustard seeds and urad dal. Let them splutter.
3. Sauté Aromatics: Add chopped onion, slit green chilli, and grated ginger. Sauté until onions turn translucent.
4. Cook Veggies: Add chopped tomato and cook until soft and mushy. Then mix in green peas, carrot, and capsicum. Sauté for a minute.
5. Add Water & Millet: Add salt to taste, pour in 3¼ cups of water, and stir in the ground pearl millet.
6. Pressure Cook: Close the lid and cook for 1 whistle on medium heat.
7. Finish & Serve: Once the pressure releases, open the cooker, mix well, and garnish with chopped coriander leaves.

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