How to Make Broken Wheat Kichadi in a Pressure Cooker | Godhumai Rava Khichdi
How to Make Broken Wheat Kichadi in a Pressure Cooker | Godhumai Rava Khichdi
Broken Wheat Kichadi, also known as Godhumai Rava Khichdi, is a wholesome South Indian breakfast recipe made with cracked wheat, vegetables, and aromatic spices. This pressure cooker version is quick, nutritious, and perfect for busy mornings. Rich in fiber and packed with vegetables, this one-pot meal keeps you full for hours while providing essential nutrients. Whether you’re looking for a healthy breakfast, a light lunch, or an easy dinner recipe,
this Broken Wheat Kichadi is an excellent choice. It is soft, flavorful, and pairs wonderfully with coconut chutney, pickle, or plain yogurt.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make this recipe without a pressure cooker?
Yes. Cook it in a heavy-bottomed pan until the broken wheat becomes soft.
Is broken wheat good for weight loss?
Yes. Its high fiber content helps keep you full for longer and may reduce unnecessary snacking.
Can I add more vegetables?
Absolutely. Beans, capsicum, corn, and spinach work wonderfully.
How do I store leftovers?
Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to two days. Reheat with a splash of water before serving.
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INGREDIENTS:
Broken wheat/godhumai rava – 11/2 cups(250 gms approx)
Ghee – 1 tbsp + 1 tbsp(to add finally)
Oil – 11/4 tbsp
Sombu/fennel seeds – 11/2 tsp
Cinnamon/pattai – 2 small pieces
Cloves/lavangam – 3
Cardamom/elakkai – 2
Big Onion(sliced length wise) – 1 cup
Roughly ground Tomatoes – 3(medium)
Finely chopped carrot & beans – 1 cup
Some curry leaves
Slit Green chillies – 3
Ginger Garlic Paste – 2 Tbsp
Salt to taste
Water to cook – 5 1/4 cups
Some chopped coriander
METHOD:
1.Heat Pressure cooker add Ghee & oil mixture when it heats up add fennel, cinnamon, cloves & cardamom when they splutter.
2. Add Chopped onions, curry leaves & slit green chillies & saute nicely till transparent.
3. Now add Ginger Garlic paste & cook nicely till rawness goes off. Put in finely chopped carrots & beans & stir in nicely.
4. Then add roughly ground tomatoes & saute nicely till they soften.
5. Now add Samba rava & stir in nicely for some seconds to roast the rava add needed salt for the kichidi now itself & mix.
6.In between boil 5 1/4 cups water & add that hot water to this let it bubble for 2 minutes mix well.
7.Close cooker with weight leave it for 4-5 whistles & switch off.
8.When pressure subsides open mix add 1 tbsp of ghee some chopped coriander & mix.
9.Serve hot with coconut chutney.
How to Make Broken Wheat Kichadi in a Pressure Cooker | Godhumai Rava Khichdi
Ingredients
Method
- Heat Pressure cooker add Ghee & oil mixture when it heats up add fennel, cinnamon, cloves & cardamom when they splutter.2. Add Chopped onions, curry leaves & slit green chillies & saute nicely till transparent.3. Now add Ginger Garlic paste & cook nicely till rawness goes off. Put in finely chopped carrots & beans & stir in nicely.4. Then add roughly ground tomatoes & saute nicely till they soften.5. Now add Samba rava & stir in nicely for some seconds to roast the rava add needed salt for the kichidi now itself & mix.6.In between boil 5 1/4 cups water & add that hot water to this let it bubble for 2 minutes mix well.7.Close cooker with weight leave it for 4-5 whistles & switch off.8.When pressure subsides open mix add 1 tbsp of ghee some chopped coriander & mix.9.Serve hot with coconut chutney.
Notes
- Roast the broken wheat for better texture.
- Use fresh vegetables for added nutrition.
- Ghee gives a richer taste than oil.
- Adjust water according to the texture you prefer.
- Avoid overcooking after the pressure is released.