Sometime last month we went to the nearby restaurant. It was after a long gap that we went there and I wanted to check out the specials that they have every evening. One thing that caught my eye was this dish. I mentally kicked myself for not making this at home and came back with a vow to make it as soon as possible. And I did made it a few days later for lunch and it was indeed enjoyed by all at home.
I have already written about Bajra in one of my earlier posts, but I will pen them down once more so that you don’t have to go back and forth between the recipes…
Bajra or Pearl millet [Pennisetum glaucum] has loads of health benefits .
- It is a gluten free grain and most suited for people with Celiac Disease.
- It is a power house of Vitamin and Minerals.
- Since it is easy to digest, it not cause any allergic reactions.
- It is rich in fibre.
I used:
Bajra – 1/2 cup
Yogurt / Curd- 3 cups,whisked
Grated carrot- 2 tablespoons
Finley chopped raw mango and cucumber – a little
Salt to taste
For the tempering
Oil- 1 teaspoon
Mustard seeds- 1/2 teaspoon
Cumin seeds- 1 teaspoon
Curry leaves – a few
Soak the bajra for a couple of hours. This will help it to cook faster. Pressure cook with 2 cups of water for 20 minutes or 8 whistles / till done.[Bajra takes a little longer to cook].Take the cooked bajra in a bowl after draining the excess water.[I did not have too much water after cooking the bajra]
Add the yogurt,vegetables, salt and mix well.
Heat oil for tempering and add the mustard and cumin and curry leaves. When the mustard crackles, pour over the bajra and mix well.
Serve as such or with more milagai / fried sun dried chilies , Crispies / pickle
Note:
- You can make this without adding the vegetables and seasonings.
- Add more curd if it thickens after a while.
- Bajra Kichdi – Haryana
- Bajri ki roti – Rajastan
- Kambu Sadham, Kambu Koolz – Bajra porridge – Tamil Nadu
- Instant Kambu Dosai -Tamil Nadu
This also goes to Pari’s ONLY event, this month hosted by Shailaja of Sahasra Recipes with the theme – Only Summer food and Drinks
Bon Appetit …
Bajra in curd definitely makes it healthy and refreshing. A must try recipe..
this is like one of those dishes that makes your soul feel good…loved the pictures
Such an excellent meal, even i had them in a Organic restaurant when i was in India, beautiful nutritious dish.
very healthy and very refreshing.. perfect for summer as a ooolant PJ!!
Healthy curd rice:)
Bajra with curd sounds very delicious !
I can only make bajra rotlas..must try the various dishes you have mentioned. This is so apt for summers.
Looks like a perfect summer dish. I don't cook with bajra and I think I should start incorporating it to my diet
I have only used bajra flour never the whole grain. Interesting recipe.
Interesting use of the whole grain…
Interesting and healthy. Thanks for linking.
This is one such intersting and comforting food..Miss those types of millet here.
bajra is a healthier alternative to rice and I need to eat it more often. this is a great option
Sounds so interesting PJ..though we use bajra flour often and even make upma with the grits..never tried this dish or atleast I haven't..:)..will ask MIL if she makes..
That is such a healthy & nutritious dish — so perfect for the hot climate.