hamburger icon
A
Read in Hindi

Navratri healthy recipe: Sabudana Khichadi

WrittenBy

Written By: Admin | Updated : September 13, 2013 12:21 PM IST

sabudana_khichidiThis is a delicious snack, ideal for fasting. Sabudana (sago) is often served for breaking fasts because it is a rich source of starch and is great for a quick boost of energy. According to Indian medicine, it also has a cooling effect on the body's system.

Preparation Time: 20 min

Cooking Time: 4 min

Serves: 4

Ingredients

Sago (Sabudana) 1 cup

Roasted peanuts (crushed) 1/2 cup

Potatoes (cubed) 2 medium

Cumin seeds (jeera) 1/2 tsp

Green chillies (slit) 2

Oil 2 tbsp

Salt to taste

Method

Wash the sago. Drain and keep aside for about 2 hours. If necessary sprinkle a little water to moisten the sago.

In a glass bowl, combine the oil, cumin seeds, green chillies and potatoes. Cover with a lid and microwave on HIGH for 2 minutes until the potatoes are tender.

Add the soaked sago, peanuts and salt and mix well. Cover with a lid and microwave on HIGH for 2 minutes.

Serve hot with green chutney or curds.