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Farali Samo Khichdi or Moraiyo Khichdi is a quick, Gluten Free savory pudding made with Barnyard Millet for fasts during festivals in India

Fasting in Indian Festivals

Fasting for festivals like #Shivratri or #Navratri is huge amongst the Indian community here and overseas. While certain foods are prohibited, a long list of approved ‘Farali (fasting) food ’ makes this entire exercise of fasting enjoyable too. Ingredients like Samo (Moraiyo) or Sabudana (Sago / Tapioca pearls), Rajgira (Amaranth seeds), Potato, Sweet Potato, Phool Makhana (foxnuts) , Singhada (water Chestnut) are favoured amongst this Farali list. Also, normal salt is replaced by Sendha Namak, and milk and yogurt are also used for fasting, as are fruits. Grains are largely avoided and pseudo grains are welcomed.

Farali Samo Khichdi or Moraiyo Khichdi is a quick, Gluten Free savory pudding made with Barnyard Millet for fasts during festivals in IndiaPin

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Today, we see a quick to make Samo Khichdi that is delicious as well as filling. Not just for fasting, we have started inducting this Khichdi even for light dinners or brunch too as its easy to digest and light on the stomach. 

What is Sama ?

Samo is known as Barnyard Millet in English, Sama ke Chawal in Hindi, Samo / Maraiyo in Gujrati, Bhagar / Varai in Marathi, Kuthiravali in Tamil and Oodalu in Telugu. Samo or Samak rice which is very high in resistant starch is abundantly loaded with fibre, protein and micronutrients like zinc and iron. The release of the slow sugars / glycogen keeps you filled for hours and yet doesn’t spike the sugars erratically. Samo is also Gluten Free making it perfect for those with Gluten Intolerance. 

PS – This is not a medical advice as am not a qualified practitioner, please do consult your local doctor before making any changes to your normal diet.

What can I serve this Khichdi with?

Plain homemade curd with chopped cucumbers or Farali Green chutney.  Ensure it is served hot as it turns lumpy when it is cold. Of course, if one uses more ghee than in the recipe, it may remain soft, but this measure was prefect for us. 

Prep time – 5 mins, Soaking time – 30 mins; Cook time – 15 mins. Serves – 2

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Farali Samo Khichdi or Moraiyo Khichdi is a quick, Gluten Free savory pudding made with Barnyard Millet for fasts during festivals in IndiaPin

What you need for Farali Samo Khichdi 

  • 1/2 cup Barnyard Millet (Samo / Moraiyo / Kuthiraivali)
  • 2 tsp Ghee (clarified butter, use oil for vegan version)
  • 1/2 tsp cumin seeds
  • 1/4 cup Crushed black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp Salt (you can use Sendha Namak if preferred)
  • 2 green chillies (chopped, adjust spice to taste)
  • 2 TBSP peanuts (skip for nut allergy)
  • 1 boiled potato (peeled and cubed)
  • 1 TBSP Coriander leaves / cilantro (chopped)
  • 1 tsp Lemon juice (opt.)

How to make Farali Samo Khichdi

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  1. Wash the Samo / millet well in 3-4 changes of water till water turns clear. 
  2. Add 2 cups of clean, filtered water and soak for 30 mins, covered.
  3. At the end of 30 mins, drain the water.
  4. Meanwhile keep 3 cups of boiling water ready. 
  5. Heat ghee / oil in a non stick pan
  6. Lightly saute the boiled and cubed potato for 2 mins. Remove
  7. Similarly saute the peanuts till golden brown / crispy and remove to a plate. 
  8. In the remaining ghee, splutter cumin seeds, green chillies and crushed black pepper. Saute well
  9. Now add soaked and drained samo to it and add the boiling water
  10. Add salt and cook for 7-9 mins on low flame.
  11. Check midway if the samo has cooked through, else add 1/4 cup more HOT water.
  12. Mix and continue to cook till it reaches Upma kind of consistency,
  13. Now add the sautéed potato, peanuts and chopped coriander
  14. Switch off flame and mix well. 
  15. Adjust salt / spices. 
  16. Finish with lemon juice if using.
  17. Serve it hot with plain chilled yogurt or Farali Hari chutney.
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Farali Samo Khichdi or Moraiyo Khichdi is a quick, Gluten Free savory pudding made with Barnyard Millet for fasts during festivals in IndiaPin

Farali Samo Khichdi | Moraiyo Khichdi | Bhagar Khichdi  

Kalyani
Farali Samo Khichdi or Moraiyo Khichdi is a quick, Gluten Free savory pudding made with Barnyard Millet for fasts during festivals in India
5 from 12 votes
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
resting time 30 minutes
Course Brunch, Farali Food, Tiffins
Cuisine North Indian
Servings 2 servings
Calories 299 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Non stick pan
  • 1 Spatula

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 cup barnyard millet Samo / Moraiyo / Kuthiraivali
  • 2 tsp Ghee clarified butter, use oil for vegan version
  • 1/2 tsp Cumin seeds
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper crushed
  • 1/2 tsp salt you can use Sendha Namak if preferred
  • 2 Green Chillies chopped, adjust spice to taste
  • 2 TBSP Peanuts skip for nut allergy
  • 1 potato boiled, peeled and cubed
  • 1 TBSP Green coriander leaves chopped
  • 1 tsp Lemon Juice opt.

Instructions
 

  • Wash the Samo / millet well in 3-4 changes of water till water turns clear.
  • Add 2 cups of clean, filtered water and soak for 30 mins, covered.
  • At the end of 30 mins, drain the water.
  • Meanwhile keep 3 cups of boiling water ready.
  • Heat ghee / oil in a non stick pan
  • Lightly saute the boiled and cubed potato for 2 mins. Remove
  • Similarly saute the peanuts till golden brown / crispy and remove to a plate.
  • In the remaining ghee, splutter cumin seeds, green chillies and crushed black pepper. Saute well
  • Now add soaked and drained samo to it and add the boiling water
  • Add salt and cook for 7-9 mins on low flame.
  • Check midway if the samo has cooked through, else add 1/4 cup more HOT water.
  • Mix and continue to cook till it reaches Upma kind of consistency,
  • Now add the sautéed potato, peanuts and chopped coriander
  • Switch off flame and mix well.
  • Adjust salt / spices.
  • Finish with lemon juice if using.
  • Serve it hot with plain chilled yogurt or Farali Hari chutney.

Nutrition

Calories: 299kcalCarbohydrates: 44gProtein: 6gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 13mgSodium: 1028mgPotassium: 92mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 20IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 28mgIron: 4mg
Keyword Barnyard Millet Dosa, Bhagar, farali recipes, Fasting Recipes, Healthy Millets, Moraiyo Khichdi, Navratri, Samo Kichdi, Shivratri Khichdi, Varai
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24 Comments

  1. 5 stars
    Perfectly made farali samo khichidi. I love the addition of potatoes to the bhagar. Gives a nice flavor.

  2. Seema Sriram

    5 stars
    One of the things that I actually should try is making such time saving dinners. This samo kichdi for sure will be welcome.

  3. Jayashree. T. Rao

    5 stars
    Samo khichdi makes a good meal for me. I have never had it, would love to try it soon

  4. 5 stars
    Samo khichdi looks so beautiful on the cover. Loved the addition of potatoes and groundnuts. These 2 ingredients elevate the taste and flavor of any khichdi.

  5. Preethicuisine

    5 stars
    Love this Samoa kichidi with potatoes and peanuts. It sounds so flavourful and Delish.

  6. 5 stars
    I remember my grandma making this khichadi for Janamashtmi, but it was just Sama rice. The addition of potatoes and peanuts must be adding so much flavor., great idea to make it a complete dish.

  7. 5 stars
    I was looking for a quick and comforting dish for dinner and here I stumble upon your recipe. This sounds easy to make and delicious. I am trying it.

  8. 5 stars
    This khichdi is surely a game changer if one is trying to make with millet… an excellent recipe…

  9. Mayuri Patel

    5 stars
    My all time favourite. Like the idea of adding peanuts to the samo khichdi. I usually don’t but with the upcoming Shivratri will add some.

  10. Seema Sriram

    5 stars
    This is a unique recipe I always associate with Maharastrian cuisine. I would love to try this, though I am not fasting.

  11. Priya Srinivasan

    5 stars
    What a whale of difference between the fasting foods of Tamil and Maharashtra, kalyani! This farali samo khicdi is so simple and delish with simple spices. The potatoes and peanuts makes it hearty and wholesome. Brilliant share ma, will try this for our next fasting!

  12. Sarika ( Spice Zone)

    5 stars
    This samo ki khichdi looks perfectly made. Love the addition of peanuts to it. Will have to try and make it as I always just use jeera and tamatar to make samo rice.

5 from 12 votes

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