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Proso Millet (Chena) Veg Khichdi

Proso Millet (Chena) Veg Khichdi

Apr 04, 2025

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šŸ²Ā Organic Proso Millet (Chena) Veg KhichdiĀ 


šŸ›’Ā Ingredients:

  • Ā½ cupĀ Organic Proso Millet (Chena)Ā šŸŒ¾ (washed & soaked for 30 mins)

  • Ā¼ cupĀ split moong dalĀ or toor dal (optional for protein)

  • 1 smallĀ onion, finely chopped šŸ§…

  • 1 smallĀ tomato, chopped šŸ…

  • 1 cupĀ mixed vegetablesĀ (carrot šŸ„•, beans, peas, potato šŸ„”)

  • 1ā€“2 green chilies šŸŒ¶ļø (slit)

  • 1 tspĀ ginger-garlic paste

  • 1 tspĀ cumin seeds

  • Ā½ tspĀ turmeric powder

  • Salt to taste šŸ§‚

  • 2ā€“3 cupsĀ waterĀ šŸ’§

  • 1 tbspĀ gheeĀ or oil šŸ§ˆ

  • ChoppedĀ fresh corianderĀ for garnish šŸŒæ

  • Optional: pinch ofĀ asafoetida (hing)


šŸ‘ØšŸ³Ā Instructions:

  1. Prepare Ingredients:

    • Wash and soak millet & dal for about 30 minutes.

    • Chop all vegetables and keep ready.

  2. SautƩ the Base:

    • Heat ghee/oil in a pressure cooker or pan.

    • Add cumin seeds, let them splutter.

    • Add onion, green chilies & sautĆ© until golden.

    • Add ginger-garlic paste and stir for a minute.

  3. Add Veggies & Spices:

    • Toss in chopped tomatoes, turmeric, salt, and veggies.

    • Cook for 2ā€“3 minutes until slightly soft.

  4. Add Millet & Dal:

    • Drain and add soaked millet and dal to the cooker.

    • Mix everything well.

  5. Cook:

    • Add 2.5ā€“3 cups of water (more for softer consistency).

    • Pressure cook for 2ā€“3 whistles (or simmer covered for 20ā€“25 mins in a pot).

  6. Finish & Serve:

    • Once pressure releases, fluff gently.

    • Garnish with fresh coriander and a drizzle of ghee if desired.

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