Subho Dana Khichdi Recipe – Easy, Non-Sticky Sabudana Khichdi for Fasting.

Subho Dana Khichdi

Introduction to Subho Dana Khichdi

          Subho Dana Khichdi
, also known as Sabudana Khichdi, is a popular traditional Indian dish made from soaked tapioca pearls, peanuts, and mild spices. It is especially loved during fasting days (vrat or upvas) like Navratri, Ekadashi, and Maha Shivratri because it is light, gluten-free, and easy to digest. This simple yet flavorful dish has a perfect balance of soft sabudana, crunchy peanuts and aromatic cumin, making it both satisfying and comforting. Subho Dana Khichdi is not only quick to prepare but also provides instant energy, making it an ideal breakfast or light meal during fasting days. Let's, make Subho Dana Khichdi with S K in a simple and easy way. 

Subho Dana Khichdi

🕒 Recipe Card

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Soaking Time: 4–5 hours

Cook Time: 10 minutes

Total Time: 20 minutes (excluding soaking)

Servings: 2–3

Cuisine: Indian

Course: Breakfast / Fasting Food

Diet: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free

📑 Ingredients for Subho Dana Khichdi:

  • 1 cup sabudana (tapioca pearls)

  • ½ cup peanuts

  • 1–2 green chilies (finely chopped)

  • 1 medium potato (boiled & diced)

  • 1 tsp cumin seeds

  • 2 tbsp ghee or oil

  • Rock salt (sendha namak) – as per taste

  • 1 tsp lemon juice

  • Fresh coriander leaves (optional)

🍲 How to Make Subho Dana (Sabudana) Khichdi – Step-by-Step Recipe:

Step 1: Soak the Sabudana

Wash sabudana 2–3 times until water runs clear. Soak in just enough water to cover it for 4–5 hours or overnight. Sabudana should be soft and non-sticky.

Step 2: Prepare Peanut Powder

Dry roast peanuts until crunchy. Remove skin and coarsely grind them. Keep aside.

Step 3: Cook the Khichdi

Heat ghee in a pan. Add cumin seeds and let them crackle.
Add green chilies and sauté for a few seconds.
Add boiled potatoes and lightly sauté.

Step 4: Add Sabudana

Add soaked sabudana and rock salt. Mix gently on low flame.

Step 5: Add Peanuts & Finish

Add ground peanuts and cook for 3–4 minutes, stirring gently until sabudana turns translucent.
Switch off flame, add lemon juice, and mix well.

Subho Dana Khichdi

Serving Suggestions:

Garnish with fresh coriander and serve hot.

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Subho Dana Khichdi

🧑‍🍳 Chef Tips for Subho Dana  Khichdi:

1. Proper Soaking

Soak sabudana in limited water until soft and dry to avoid sticky khichdi.

2. Good Quality Sabudana

Use medium or large pearls for fluffy and separate texture.

3. Roasted Peanuts

Always dry roast peanuts well and grind them coarsely for taste and balance.

4. Low Flame Cooking

Cook on low heat so sabudana cooks evenly without sticking.

5. Use Ghee

Ghee enhances flavor and gives traditional aroma.

6. Perfect Potatoes

Use boiled, cooled, and diced potatoes, not mashed ones.

7. Salt Timing

Add sendha namak after adding sabudana to prevent moisture release.

8. Gentle Mixing

Stir lightly to keep sabudana pearls intact.

9. Lemon at the End

Add lemon juice after switching off the flame for best texture and taste.

Subho Dana Khichdi

💥 FAQs About Sabudana Khichdi:

Q 1. Why does sabudana khichdi become sticky?

       It becomes sticky due to excess water, overcooking, or cooking on high flame.

Q 2. How long should sabudana be soaked?

        Soak for 4–5 hours or overnight until pearls are soft and dry.

Q 3. Which sabudana is best for khichdi?

         Medium to large-sized sabudana pearls work best.

Q 4. Can I make sabudana khichdi without potato?

         Yes, potatoes are optional and can be skipped.

Q 5. Why are peanuts added to sabudana khichdi?

       Peanuts add flavor, crunch, and prevent stickiness.

Q 6. Can I use normal salt instead of rock salt?

         Use sendha namak for fasting; normal salt for regular days.

Q7. Is sabudana khichdi healthy?

      Yes, it provides quick energy and is easy to digest.

Q 8. Can sabudana khichdi be eaten during fasting?

        Yes, it is a popular vrat/upvas dish.

Q 9. How to know sabudana is cooked properly?

      Pearls turn translucent and separate easily.

Q 10. Can I reheat sabudana khichdi?

        Yes, reheat on low flame with a little ghee.

🎉 Summary of Sabudana Khichdi

       Subho Dana (Sabudana) Khichdi is a simple, light, and delicious Indian dish made with soaked sabudana, peanuts, potatoes, and mild spices. It is especially popular during fasting days because it is easy to digest and provides instant energy. With proper soaking, low-flame cooking, and gentle stirring, you can make non-sticky, fluffy, and perfectly cooked sabudana khichdi at home

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