Diabetic-Friendly Ragi Khichdi Recipe

By: Nikita Nikhil

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Ragi khichdi is rich in fibre and low on the glycemic index, which makes it a perfect diabetic-friendly meal. It also manages blood sugar levels. Here's how to make it.

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Ingredients:

1 cup brown rice
½ cup moong dal 
½ cup ragi
1 tsp jeera
½ tsp haldi
2 green chillies (chopped)
1 tsp garam masala
Salt
Ghee
3 cups water

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1. Soak Lentils

Rinse the brown rice, moong dal, and ragi separately. Soak them in water for at least an hour. Once done, drain and set aside.

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2. Temper Spices

Heat ghee in a pressure cooker. Add jeera and let it crackle. Toss in haldi and green chillies, sauté for a minute, and keep aside.

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3. Cook The Khichdi

Add the soaked grains, water, and salt to the cooker. Stir well. Pressure cook for 3-4 whistles and let the steam release naturally.

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4. Garnish and Serve

Mix garam masala into the khichdi and serve it hot with yoghurt or cucumber salad for a well-balanced diabetic-friendly meal.

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