Makar Sankranti Special Khichdi Recipe: The festival of Makar Sankranti is very special for every Indian, as it marks the beginning of auspicious activities in Hinduism. Therefore, people perform acts of charity and religious rituals on this day to earn merit. There is a tradition of making khichdi on this day. Urad dal khichdi is a traditional and delicious Indian dish, which is especially prepared during festivals like Makar Sankranti.

It is a light, nutritious, and balanced meal that provides energy to the body and also improves the digestive system. To make urad dal khichdi delicious, it is cooked with ghee, spices, and fresh vegetables. It is especially ideal for those looking for a light and nutritious meal. Here, we will tell you a simple method to make urad dal khichdi, which you can easily prepare at home on the occasion of Makar Sankranti.

Ingredients for Urad Dal Khichdi:
1 cup urad dal
1/2 cup rice
1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds
1 teaspoon turmeric powder
1 teaspoon asafoetida
1 green chili (chopped)
1 tablespoon ghee
1/2 teaspoon grated ginger
Salt to taste
4 cups water

Method:

To make urad dal khichdi, first, wash the urad dal and rice thoroughly. Then soak them for 15-20 minutes so that they cook faster. Now, heat the ghee in a pan. Add cumin seeds and asafoetida. When the cumin seeds start to splutter, add ginger and green chili and sauté well.

Now add turmeric powder and salt and mix well. Then add the soaked urad dal and rice and sauté for 2-3 minutes. Now add 4 cups of water and cover, and let it boil. When the water starts boiling, reduce the heat and let the khichdi cook for 15-20 minutes. Once the lentils and rice are well-cooked and the mixture reaches a porridge-like consistency, garnish it with ghee and serve with fresh coriander. Be sure to add a dollop of clarified butter (ghee) on top; this will enhance the flavor of the khichdi.

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