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.
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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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What you need for Farali Samo Khichdi
- ½ cup Barnyard Millet (Samo / Moraiyo / Kuthiraivali)
- 2 teaspoon Ghee (clarified butter, use oil for vegan version)
- ½ teaspoon cumin seeds
- ¼ cup Crushed black pepper
- ½ teaspoon Salt (you can use Sendha Namak if preferred)
- 2 green chillies (chopped, adjust spice to taste)
- 2 tablespoon peanuts (skip for nut allergy)
- 1 boiled potato (peeled and cubed)
- 1 tablespoon Coriander leaves / cilantro (chopped)
- 1 teaspoon Lemon juice (opt.)
How to make Farali Samo Khichdi
- 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 ¼ 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.
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Farali Samo Khichdi | Moraiyo Khichdi | Bhagar Khichdi
Equipment
- 1 Non stick pan
- 1 Spatula
Ingredients
- ½ cup barnyard millet Samo / Moraiyo / Kuthiraivali
- 2 teaspoon Ghee clarified butter, use oil for vegan version
- ½ teaspoon Cumin seeds
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper crushed
- ½ teaspoon salt you can use Sendha Namak if preferred
- 2 Green Chillies chopped, adjust spice to taste
- 2 tablespoon Peanuts skip for nut allergy
- 1 potato boiled, peeled and cubed
- 1 tablespoon Green coriander leaves chopped
- 1 teaspoon 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 ¼ 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.
Archana says
Perfectly made farali samo khichidi. I love the addition of potatoes to the bhagar. Gives a nice flavor.
Kalyani says
yes, potatoes and peanuts add a texture to the starchy samo
Seema Sriram says
One of the things that I actually should try is making such time saving dinners. This samo kichdi for sure will be welcome.
Kalyani says
Do try Seema, these are filling, customisable and time saving for sure !
Jayashree. T. Rao says
Samo khichdi makes a good meal for me. I have never had it, would love to try it soon
Kalyani says
please do try, it is so filling and Gluten Free too
Priya Vj says
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.
Kalyani says
agree. they do add to the taste and texture !
Preethicuisine says
Love this Samoa kichidi with potatoes and peanuts. It sounds so flavourful and Delish.
Kalyani says
thank you Preethi- it is indeed flavorful
Vaishali says
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.
Kalyani says
yes, they do add a lot of flavour, thank you Vaishali
Radha says
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.
Kalyani says
That sounds like a plan,Radha !
Srivalli says
This khichdi is surely a game changer if one is trying to make with millet... an excellent recipe...
Kalyani says
thank you Srivalli, yes an excellent recipe with millets for sure
Mayuri Patel says
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.
Kalyani says
Thanks Mayuri. do try with peanuts
Seema Sriram says
This is a unique recipe I always associate with Maharastrian cuisine. I would love to try this, though I am not fasting.
Kalyani says
Thanks,Seema. Yes this makes for a Gluten Free snack / brunch even when not fasting
Priya Srinivasan says
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!
Kalyani says
Absolutely,Priya. Fasting here in North - West India is another level only 🙂 Do try this when possible
Sarika ( Spice Zone) says
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.
Kalyani says
THanks Sarika. Do try