Wholesome and nourishing, Millet Kichadi combines ancient grains and gentle spices for a comforting, easy-to-digest meal.
Millet Kichadi
Millet Kichadi
Prana Kitchens
2
10 minutes
30 minutes
Indian
Main Dish
Millet Kichadi is a nourishing, gluten-free version of the classic Indian dish, made with wholesome millets, lentils, and healing spices like cumin and turmeric. High in fiber and protein, this easy-to-digest meal supports gut health and provides balanced nutrition. Perfect for detox or a light, comforting meal, millet kichadi is both flavorful and healthy.
Ingredients
- ½ cup millet and split mung beans mix
- 2 cups of water
- 1.5 tsp Prana Kitchens signature Kichadi Spice
- ⅓ cup of oat milk
- Salt to taste
Seasoning:
- 1 tbsp oil or ghee
- 1 tsp mustard seeds
- 5-6 curry leaves
- 5-10 split cashews (optional)
Directions
- Wash and rinse the millet and split mung beans.
- For best results, soak the millet and mung beans mix in water for 4-6 hours after rinsing. Discard this water prior to cooking.
- Add the mixture, water, and salt to an instant pot (see step 5)
- Pressure cook on normal for 8 minutes, then let the pressure release naturally.
- If using a stovetop, cook the mix on medium heat for 15 minutes. Cook covered on low heat for an additional 12-15 minutes until the mix is soft.
- In a separate pan, heat oil or ghee, add mustard seeds until they splutter, then add Prana Kitchens Kicahdi Spice and curry leaves. Saute for 20-30 seconds, then remove from heat.
- Add oat milk and the seasoning to the cooked millet and mung beans. Mix well.
- Serve with Prana Kichens Amalaki Pacchadi, coconut chutney, or your favorite raita