Steamed Millet And Drumstick Khichdi With Spiced Coconut Milk Sauce Recipe

About this recipe

A nutritious and hearty Odia-inspired dish featuring steamed millet khichdi with drumsticks, paired with a velvety spiced coconut milk sauce. Perfect for a light yet satisfying dinner.

Ingredients

• 500 G Ridge Gourd/Jhinge Tori(500Gm)
• 200 g Green Peas
• - Red Chilli
• 20G Curry Leaves
• 250 ml Coconut Milk
• NaN Kodo Millet
• 500 ml Water
• 200 ml Mustard Oil
• 250g Ginger
• 20 g Turmeric Powder
• 10G Salt
• 50 g Cumin Powder

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a heavy-bottomed pot, heat 1 tablespoon of mustard oil. Add panch phoran and let it splutter.
2. Step 2: Add grated ginger and sauté for 30 seconds until aromatic. Add the soaked millet, drumsticks, ridge gourd, green peas, turmeric powder, and salt.
3. Step 3: Pour 700 ml water into the pot. Stir well, cover, and cook on medium heat for 25-30 minutes or until the millet is soft and the vegetables are tender. Stir occasionally to ensure even cooking.
4. Step 4: While the khichdi cooks, prepare the spiced coconut milk sauce. In a separate pan, heat the remaining mustard oil. Add curry leaves, cumin powder, red chili powder, and salt.
5. Step 5: Pour the coconut milk into the pan and simmer gently for 5 minutes, stirring frequently. Avoid boiling to preserve the creamy texture.
6. Step 6: Once the khichdi is cooked, drizzle with lime juice and mix gently.
7. Step 7: Serve the millet and drumstick khichdi hot, with the spiced coconut milk sauce on the side for drizzling or dipping.