Vegetarian Recipe
Farali Moraiya Khichdi
Revel in a nutritious fasting khichdi prepared with soaked moong dal and water chestnut flour, lightly spiced and garnished with fresh coriander, perfect for fasting days.
Ingredients
Check off items as you gather them- 1/2 cup split yellow moong dal, soaked for 2 hours
- 1/2 cup singhara atta (water chestnut flour)
- 1 cup water (adjust as needed)
- 1/2 teaspoon rock salt (sendha namak)
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds
- 1 small green chili, finely chopped (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon grated ginger (optional)
- 1 tablespoon ghee (or oil)
- Fresh coriander leaves for garnish
Method / Preparation
Follow step-by-step instructions- Heat ghee in a heavy-bottomed pan over medium heat and add cumin seeds. Allow them to crackle.
- If using, add grated ginger and chopped green chili; sauté for 1 minute.
- Add the soaked and drained moong dal, stirring gently for 2 minutes.
- Gradually incorporate the singhara atta while stirring continuously to prevent lumps.
- Pour in water and add rock salt. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 15–20 minutes until the dal is tender and the khichdi reaches a cohesive consistency.
- Garnish with freshly chopped coriander leaves and serve the khichdi warm as a light, fasting-friendly dish.
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