Millet Khichdi Recipe

Name: Millet Khichdi
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: 1 cup kodo millet or barnyard millet; 1/2 cup moong dal; 1 tbsp ghee (or cold pressed oil); 1 tsp cumin seeds; 1/2 tsp turmeric powder; 1 inch ginger (grated); 2 green chillies (slit); 1 medium tomato (chopped); 8-10 curry leaves; 3 cups water; Salt to taste; Fresh coriander for garnish

Ingredients

1 cup kodo millet or barnyard millet Shop Orggu Kodo Millet
½ cup moong dal
1 tbsp ghee (or cold pressed oil)
1 tsp cumin seeds
½ tsp turmeric powder
1 inch ginger (grated)
2 green chillies (slit)
1 medium tomato (chopped)
8-10 curry leaves
3 cups water
Salt to taste
Fresh coriander for garnish

How to Make Millet Khichdi

1

Wash kodo millet and moong dal together. Soak for 10 minutes. Drain.

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2

Heat ghee in a pressure cooker. Add cumin seeds and let them splutter.

3

Add ginger, green chillies, and curry leaves. Sauté for 30 seconds. Add turmeric.

4

Add chopped tomato and cook until soft (1-2 minutes).

5

Add the millet-dal mixture. Stir for 1 minute. Add 3 cups water and salt.

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6

Pressure cook for 3 whistles on medium flame. Let pressure release naturally. Open and mix gently. Garnish with coriander. Serve hot with pickle or curd.

Pro Tips

Barnyard millet cooks faster than kodo millet — reduce water by ¼ cup.
Add vegetables like spinach, bottle gourd for extra nutrition.
This is the best recipe for recovery days — easy to digest and very nutritious.

Nutrition Information

Per Serving

280 Calories

10g Protein

6g Fiber

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Full Nutrition

Calories	280 kcal
Protein	10g
Fiber	6g
Carbohydrates	40g
Fat	7g
Iron	2.8mg
Calcium	27mg

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Did You Know?

Kodo millet (Varagu) has the highest antioxidant activity among all millets and can help reduce oxidative stress in the body!

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which millet is best for khichdi?

Kodo millet and barnyard millet work best. They become soft and creamy, just like rice khichdi.

Is millet khichdi good for weight loss?

Yes! Millets are high in fiber which keeps you full longer. Millet khichdi has fewer calories than rice khichdi with more nutrition.

Can I give millet khichdi to babies?

Yes, millet khichdi is excellent for babies 8+ months. Use less spice and cook softer.

How to make millet khichdi more flavorful?

Add a tadka of ghee with cumin and garlic on top. You can also add lemon juice before serving.