Oats Khichdi

Oats Khichdi
  • Rolled oats – ¼ cup
  • Water – ½ cup
  • Mixed vegetables (carrots, peas, beans), finely chopped – ¼ cup
  • Soaked yellow moong dal – 2 teaspoon
  • Tomato, finely chopped - 1 small
  • Cumin seeds - ½ teaspoon
  • Grated ginger – ½ teaspoon
  • Salt - to taste
  • Ghee or oil - 1 teaspoon

 

Note: 1 cup = 200 ml, ½ cup = 100 ml, 1 tsp = 5 gm, 1 tbsp = 15 gm

*tsp = teaspoon, tbsp = tablespoon

  • Heat ghee or oil in a pressure cooker.
  • Add cumin seeds and grated ginger. Sauté briefly.
  • Add soaked moong dal, mixed vegetables and tomato. Sauté for 2-3 minutes.
  • Add rolled oats, water, and salt to the pressure cooker.
  • Close the pressure cooker lid and cook on medium heat.
  • Allow the pressure to build and cook for about two whistle.
  • Turn off the heat and let the pressure release naturally.
  • Once the pressure is released, open the lid carefully.
  • Serve hot.

Rolled oats are high in soluble fiber, promoting bowel regularity and relieving constipation. Mixed vegetables provide additional fiber and essential nutrients for digestion.

Calories (kcal)
Carbohydrates (g)
Proteins (g)
Fats (g)

183.5

20

5

6.5

Reference:
  1. Clinical Dietetics Manual; Indian Dietetic Association. 2nd ed. Seth V and Desai N. Elite Publishing House; 2018.
  2. T and Ananthan.R. 2017. Indian food Composition Table. 1st ed. National Institute of Nutrition.
  3. Fatsecret India. Food Database and Calorie Counter. Accessed 18th March 2024. Available at https://www.fatsecret.co.in/calories-nutrition/
  4. American College of Gastroenterology. Low-FODMAP Diet Overview (March 2021). Available at https://gi.org/topics/low-fodmap-diet/.