Sago Pearls Khichri Recipe
Sabudana Khichri is a famous vrat food that makes for a light and healthy meal. Made from soft gelatinous pearls that literally melt in your mouth, Sabudana khichdi is a staple food across households observing ritual fasting.
Servings: 6
Calories: 335kcal
Ingredients
- 2 cups Sabudana/Tapioca pearls
- 2 cups water
- 2 tsp salt
For tempering:
- 2 tbsp oil
- ½ tsp cumin seeds
- 1 large potato
- 3 tbsp raw peanuts
- 4 green chillies
- 2 sprigs curry leaves
- ½ lemon
- 1 tbsp coriander leaves chopped
Instructions
- Rinse the sago pearls well with water till the water runs clear. This helps get rid of the starch.
- Place the washed sabudana in a large bowl and add water and salt to it. Leave aside for 2 hours.
- After 2 hours you’ll notice that the sabudana has absorbed all the water. Transfer the sabudana into colander to drain out any excess water.
- Heat about 2 tbsp oil in a kadai over medium heat. Toss in the small, diced potatoes and fry for 2-3 minutes, until the potatoes turn a golden brown. Remove with a slotted spoon and keep aside.
- Next add the raw peanuts into the pan and fry till crisp. Remove and set aside.
- Now toss in the cumin seeds and allow to sizzle for 1-2 seconds.
- Then add the curry leaves and slit green chillies. Saute for a few seconds.
- Now lower the flame and put in the drained sabudana. Mix gently till well combined and pearls become slightly translucent. Do not overcook or else it will turn mushy.
- Add the roasted peanuts and potatoes to the sabudana. Combine well.
- Switch off the flame. Sprinkle lemon juice and toss well. Garnish with chopped coriander.
- Serve Sago Khichri with chilled yogurt.
Notes
- You can also add grated ginger and a pinch of turmeric and ½ tsp sugar.
- You can use Sendha Namak or Himalayan Pink Salt instead of regular salt.
- You can use boiled and chopped potatoes too
- You can also use crushed or powdered peanuts