Foxtail Millet Khichdi Recipe with Batata Aloo Nu Shaak

Step 1: Note: The method below will result in a mushy texture of the Khichdi; you can adjust the consistency of the water to be cooked to the texture you like

Step 2: To begin making the Foxtail Millet Khichdi Recipe, we will first get all the ingredients ready

Step 3: Wash the millets and the dal and place it in a pressure cooker

Step 4: Add 3-1/2 cups of water, turmeric powder, ginger, salt and cinnamon and cook until you hear three to four whistles

Step 5: Turn off the heat and allow the pressure to release naturally

Step 6: Once the pressure releases, open the cooker and stir the Khichdi to combine all the ingredients and we will proceed to make the tadka

Step 7: If you are planning to cook the Foxtail Millet Khichdi in a saucepan , then place the millet and dal in the saucepan, add the water, turmeric powder, ginger, salt and cinnamon and cook until the Khichdi is mushy

Step 8: Once done, check the salt and adjust to suit your taste

Step 9: For the seasoning of the Millet Khichdi, heat ghee a small tadka pan

Step 10: Add the cumin seeds, crushed peppercorns and asafoetida

Step 11: Stir for a few seconds and add it to the Foxtail Millet Khichdi

Step 12: Serve the Foxtail Millet Khichdi along with Batata Nu Shaak (Aloo Tamatar Sabzi) for a warm wholesome weeknight dinner