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Fada Ni Khichdi

Fada Ni Khichdi

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Fada Ni Khichdi is a majestic and profoundly aromatic Gujarati heritage meal, uniquely celebrated for its broken-wheat and yellow-lentil core. This recipe features specifically prepared batches of roasted dalia and moong dal simmered in a bold amount of vegetables, ginger, and pure ghee. Known for its sophisticated grainy appearance and status as a world-famous mandatory health-meal in traditional high-end Indian luxury household sessions, it represents the soulful heart of modern 'Fiber-Rich' innovations. The taste is intensely rich and savory-earthy, with the vegetables providing a unique professional-grade succulent lift. Best enjoyed hot with curd or kadhi. A mandatory choice for the refined regional meal seekers.

Prep Time15 mins
Cook Time25 mins
Servings4 People
DifficultyMedium
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Ingredients

1 cup Broken wheat (Dalia/Fada)
1/2 cup Yellow moong dal
2 tbsp Ghee, pure
1 cup Mixed vegetables (Carrot, Peas, Beans)
1 tsp Cumin seeds
1 tsp Ginger-Green chili paste
1 tsp Turmeric powder
Salt to taste
3 cups Hot water
Fresh coriander
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Cooking Instructions

Tips & Secrets

  • Roasting the dalia in ghee before pressure cooking is mandatory for achieving the most professional-grade aromatic and non-sticky texture.
  • Ensuring the water is boiling hot before adding to the cooker provides the absolute secret to achieving superior professional-grade uniform cooking.
  • The addition of a small amount of cinnamon and cloves provides the essential professional-grade warm-aroma lift.
  • Always serve with a generous dollop of ghee specifically to ensure the signature professional-grade indulgent-finish is appreciated.

Nutritional Information(Per 1 portion (300g))

Calories

280 kcal

Protein

10g

Fat

8g

Carbs

44g

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