Fada ni Khichdi: Power-Packed Healthy Gujarati Dinner!

Fada ni Khichdi is a wholesome khichdi from coarsely ground wheat (fada/dalia) and moong dal, packed with vegetables and mild spices. Highly nutritious, it’s filling and gentle on the stomach—ideal for all ages.

Ingredients:

• 3/4 cup fada (broken wheat/dalia)
• 1/2 cup split moong dal
• 1/2 cup mixed diced vegetables (carrot, beans, peas, potato)
• 1 medium tomato, chopped
• 2 tbsp oil or ghee
• 1 tsp cumin seeds
• 1/4 tsp hing
• 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
• 1 tsp chili powder
• Salt to taste
• 5 cups water

Method:

1. Wash fada and dal well. Soak 10 minutes, then drain.
2. Heat oil/ghee, add cumin, hing; add tomato and vegetables, sauté briefly.
3. Add broken wheat, dal, salt, turmeric, chili powder. Stir.
4. Add water, close the lid, cook for 4–5 whistles or till everything is soft.
5. Mix well, garnish with coriander, and serve warm with kadhi or yogurt.

Tips:

• For gluten free, use rice instead of fada and add more vegetables.
• Squeeze fresh lemon before eating for a tangy twist.