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Cinnamon and Orange Rajasthani Bajre Ki Khichdi

Name: Cinnamon and Orange Rajasthani Bajre Ki Khichdi
Total time: 42 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Rajasthani Indian
Ingredients: 200 g bajra (pearl millet); 100 g toor dal; 1 onion; 1 tsp cumin seeds; 1 tsp turmeric powder; 1 tsp red chili powder; 1/2 tsp garam masala; salt to taste; 4 cups water; 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon; 1 tbsp orange zest

Introduces a subtle sweetness and warm spice that complements the dish.

42 minutes4 servings

Method

Before sautéing onions, add orange zest and ground cinnamon to the pot, then proceed with the recipe.
Rinse bajra and toor dal thoroughly. Soak for 30 minutes.
In a pot, heat oil, add cumin seeds and sauté until fragrant. Add chopped onion and cook until golden.
Add soaked bajra and dal, along with turmeric, chili, and salt. Mix well.
Add water and cook on low heat until both are tender. Sprinkle garam masala before serving.

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