Authentic Maharashtrian Sabudana Khichdi with Roasted Groundnuts
A delightful and wholesome Maharashtrian fasting staple made with soaked tapioca pearls, crunchy peanuts, and aromatic green chillies. Perfectly light and fluffy, it offers a wonderful balance of textures.
255min
Total Time
2
Servings
Maharashtrian
Cuisine
Recipe
1
Ensure the soaked sabudana is drained well and each pearl is plump and non-sticky.
2
Toss the drained sabudana with the coarsely crushed roasted peanuts, sugar, and salt until evenly coated.
3
Heat ghee or peanut oil in a heavy-bottomed pan over medium heat.
4
Add cumin seeds and let them sputter, then toss in the curry leaves and chopped green chillies.
5
Add the diced potatoes to the pan and sauté until they are cooked through and lightly golden brown.
6
Lower the heat and add the sabudana and peanut mixture to the potatoes.
7
Stir gently and continuously for 5 to 7 minutes until the tapioca pearls turn translucent.
8
Turn off the heat, drizzle with fresh lemon juice, and garnish with grated coconut and fresh coriander leaves before serving warm.
Ingredients
1 cup sabudana (tapioca pearls), washed and soaked overnight
1/2 cup roasted peanuts, coarsely crushed
2 medium potatoes, peeled and finely diced
2 green chillies, finely chopped
1 sprig fresh curry leaves
1 tsp cumin seeds
2 tbsp ghee or peanut oil
1 tsp sugar (optional)
Salt to taste
Juice of half a lemon
2 tbsp freshly grated coconut and chopped coriander leaves for garnish
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