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Bajra Paneer Khichdi

Bajra Paneer Khichdi

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Bajra Paneer Khichdi is a majestic and profoundly nutritious Rajasthani fusion heritage rice, uniquely celebrated for its high-protein profile. This recipe features specifically prepared batches of crushed pearl millet (Bajra) cooked with yellow moong dal and fried paneer cubes to achieve a professional-grade rich and grainy consistency. Known for its world-famous association with royal winter comfort meals and status as a mandatory nutritious staple in traditional high-end regional households, it represents the soulful heart of modern 'Millet-Gourmet' innovations. The taste is intensely rich and buttery-savory, with the pure ghee providing a unique professional-grade aromatic lift. Best enjoyed hot with fresh garlic chutney. A mandatory choice for the refined regional health seekers.

Prep Time2 hours
Cook Time25 mins
Servings4 People
DifficultyMedium
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Ingredients

1 cup Bajra (Pearl Millet), crushed
1/2 cup Moong Dal, washed
200g Paneer, cubed
2 tbsp Pure Ghee
1 tsp Cumin seeds
1/4 tsp Hing
1 tsp Turmeric powder
2 Green chilies, chopped
Salt to taste
Fresh coriander
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Cooking Instructions

Tips & Secrets

  • Soaking the bajra for at least 2 hours is mandatory for achieving the most professional-grade authentic soft texture.
  • Ensuring the grains are sautéed in ghee before pressure cooking provides the absolute secret to achieving superior professional-grade flavor depth.
  • The addition of a little bit of grated ginger provide the essential professional-grade zesty lift.
  • Always use pure cow ghee specifically to ensure the signature professional-grade traditional experience is achieved.

Nutritional Information(Per 1 bowl (300g))

Calories

340 kcal

Protein

14g

Fat

12g

Carbs

44g

Note: Nutritional values are professional estimates per standard serving (~200-250g / ml) and may vary based on ingredient quality and preparation methods.