Bajra Khichdi

Bajra is a millet rich in Iron thus good for people suffering from iron deficiency anaemia. This beautiful combination of Bajra and moong increases satiety and palatability. One must try this delicious recipe .

Ingredients:

1. Bajra(soaked for 8 hrs,drained): 1 cup

2. Moong dal (washed,drained):½ cup

3. Ghee:1 tbsp

4. Cumin seeds: 1 tsp

5. Asafoetida:½ tsp

6. Haldi-¼ tsp

Method:

1. Combine  bajra,moong dal,2 cups of water in pressure cooker. Mix well and cook for 4 whistles.

2. Allow the steam to escape before opening the lid. Keep aside.

3. Heat the ghee in deep non stick pan & add cumin seeds.

4. When seeds crackle, add asafoetida & turmeric powder &  saute on medium flames for few seconds.

5. Add the cooked bajra-moong dal mixture, cook on medium flame for 2-3 minutes.

6. Serve immediately.

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