Sabudana khichri (also spelled ''khichdi'') is an
Indian dish made from soaked
sabudana (
tapioca pearls
A tapioca pearl, also known as tapioca ball, is an edible translucent sphere produced from tapioca, a starch made from the cassava root
. They originated as a cheaper alternative to sago in Southeast Asian cuisine. When used as an ingredient in ...
). It is the dish of choice when an individual observes a fast during
Shivratri
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,
Navratri
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, or a similar Hindu religious occasion.
It is typically prepared in the Indian states of
Maharashtra
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,
Karnataka
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,
Uttar Pradesh
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,
Madhya Pradesh
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,
Rajasthan
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,
Gujarat
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and
West Bengal
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. In major towns like Mumbai, Pune, Indore, Bhopal, Jaipur and Nagpur, it is available as street food and is widely eaten throughout the year.
Preparation
The sabudana is soaked in water overnight and then drained. It is mixed well with coarsely ground peanuts, rock salt and sugar. Ghee or oil is heated in a pan. The sabudana-peanut powder mixture is sauteed in it along with cumin seeds, chopped green chillies and chopped potatoes. The khichdi is cooked for a few minutes and then served.
References
External links
How sabudana went from wartime staple to one of India's favourite fasting foodsDid You Know Sabudana Has a Long History of Saving Millions of Lives? Here’s How7 fasting-friendly food you can try this Navratri
Indian snack foods
Maharashtrian cuisine
Indian fast food
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