Sabudana Khichdi Recipe | Easy & Tasty Vrat Special Sabudana Khichdi

 Sabudana Khichdi is a light, nutritious, and flavorful Indian dish made with soaked tapioca pearls, peanuts, and mild spices. It’s especially popular during fasting days like Navratri, Ekadashi, and Shivratri. In this post, learn how to make non-sticky and perfectly cooked sabudana khichdi with easy steps and useful tips.

"Non-sticky sabudana Khichdi served in a bowl"

 Ingredients

  • 1 cup sabudana (Sago/ Tapioca pearls) 
  • 2 medium boiled potatoes (chopped)
  • 1/2 cup roasted peanuts (crushed) 
  • 1–2 green chillies (chopped) 
  • 1 tsp cumin seeds
  • 1 tbsp ghee or oil
  • Salt to taste (sendha namak for vrat) 
  • Fresh coriander leaves (chopped) 
  • Lemon juice (as per taste) 
"Ingredients for sabudana Khichdi on kitchen counter"

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Preparation Tips:

  • Soak sabudana in just enough water to cover it for 5–6 hours or overnight.
  • To check if sabudana is ready, press a pearl between finger–it should mash easily. 
  • Drain any extra water before cooking.

 Step-by-step Recipe

 Step 1: Prepare Sabudana

  • Rinse sabudana thoroughly and soak in water for 5-6 hours. Drain and keep side. 

 Step 2: Cook Potatoes

  • Heat ghee in a pan, add cumin seeds.
  • Add green chillies and boiled potatoes. Sauté for 2-3 minutes.

Step 3: Add Sabudana & Peanuts

  • Add soaked sabudana and crushed peanuts.
  • Mix gently and cook for 5-6 minutes on low flame until sabudana turns transparent.

Step 4: Finish & Serve

  • Add salt, lemon juice, and chopped coriander.
  • Mix well and serve hot.

 Serving Suggestions

Serve sabudana Khichdi hot with curd or plain yogurt. You can also enjoy it with lemon pickle or fresh fruit on the side during fasting. 

"Delicious and non-sticky sabudana Khichdi with pickle and yogurt"

  Quick Tips for Perfect Sabudana Khichdi:

  • Soak sabudana with just enough water (not too much)
  • Drain completely before cooking to avoid stickiness.
  • Use roasted, crushed peanuts for crunch and better texture.
  • Cook on low flame and stir gently.
  • Add lemon juice at the end for fresh flavor.

 Conclusion

 Sabudana Khichdi is a simple yet delicious recipe that's perfect for fasting or as a healthy  breakfast. Try this recipe at home and enjoy the light, flavourful taste. 

Sabudana Khichdi Recipe – Q&A

Q 1. What is Sabudana Khichdi?

Sabudana Khichdi is a popular Indian fasting recipe made with soaked tapioca pearls, peanuts, and mild spices.

Q 2. When is Sabudana Khichdi usually eaten?

It is commonly enjoyed during fasting days like Navratri, Ekadashi, or Shivratri.

Q3. What are the main ingredients?

The key ingredients are sabudana (tapioca pearls), peanuts, boiled potatoes, green chili, and cumin seeds.

Q 4. How do you make Sabudana Khichdi non-sticky?

Soak sabudana properly and drain excess water. Cook on low flame without over-stirring.

Q 5. Is Sabudana Khichdi healthy?

Yes, it’s light, gluten-free, and provides instant energy — perfect for fasting.

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