Kuttu Khichdi

Ideal for the vrat days – buckwheat cooked with potatoes, peanuts and other masalasKhichdi, a navratri upvas recipe is super healthy, delicious and easy to make. Team this irresistible khichdi with Kadhi to make a satiating meal. This is a Sanjeev Kapoor exclusive recipe.

By Sanjeev Kapoor 08 Mar 2019 in Recipes Course

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Main Ingredients	Buckwheat (kuttu), Ghee
Cuisine	Indian
Course	Rice
Prep Time	11-15 minutes
Cook time	21-25 minutes
Serve	4
Taste	Mild
Level of Cooking	Easy
Others	Veg

Ingredients list for Kuttu Khichdi

1 cup Buckwheat (kuttu)
1 tablespoon Ghee
1/2 teaspoon Cumin seeds
1 Green chilli finely chopped
1/2 inch Ginger finely chopped
2 medium Potatoes peeled and cut into small cubes
2 tablespoons Peanuts roasted and crushed
1 teaspoon Sugar
to taste Salt
1 tablespoon Fresh coriander leaves chopped
1 teaspoon Lemon juice
to serve Lemon wedges

Method

Heat ghee in a non-stick pan, add cumin seeds and sauté till they change colour.
Add green chilli and ginger, mix and sauté for a few seconds. Add potatoes and sauté for two to three minutes or till the potatoes become crisp from the edges.
Add peanuts and sauté for half a minute. Add buckwheat, mix well and sauté for one to two minutes.
Add two cups water, sugar and salt. Mix well, cover and cook on low heat till fully done.
Add coriander leaves and mix well. Add lemon juice and mix well.
Serve hot with a lemon wedge.

Nutrition Info

Calories	797
Carbohydrates	135.5
Protein	17.9
Fat	20.5
Other Fiber	Iron - 20.6mg

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