Weight loss for Diabetes – Recipes

For people with diabetes, and want weight loss, so there are certain foods that should be limited.

 

 

These foods can cause spikes in blood sugar or contain unhealthy fats.

like white rice or white pasta, apple sauce, jam, and some canned fruits fried foods, or foods high in trans fats or saturated fats.

 

 

Diabetes is a prolonged insulin resistance condition. It is critical to eat right to improve/reverse the diabetic condition.

 

 

Follow these easy recipes to drop blood sugar levels and eat right.

One of the best ways to manage diabetes is to lose extra weight. When it comes to diet,

the key is to strike the right balance between carbohydrates, fats, and protein.

 

 

“Cutting the carbohydrates is the No. 1 way to lose weight,”. Carbohydrates cause the pancreas to release insulin.”

They should make up no more than 45% or so of daily calories for most people with diabetes.

 

 

Consult a doctor, because your target might differ based on your weight, activity level, and which medicines you take.

 

 

When choosing carbs, pick ones that won’t make your blood sugar spike — high-fiber fruits and vegetables, and whole grains.

Skip the pastries and white bread. Another goal is to lower your daily calorie count, but not by skimping on protein.

 

 

You need protein to maintain muscle, which helps you maximize your calorie-burning potential.

 

 

At least 20% to 30% of your plate should be made up of lean protein sources like fish, tofu, and skinless grilled chicken breast.

Weight loss for Diabetes goals: Make losing weight with diabetes easier by setting S.M.A.R.T. goals.

How to make Easy Nutrient Rich Upvas Cutlet

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Introduction:-

This is very Easy and Nutrient rich Upvas cutlet. We always heard about cutlets are made up of potatoes’. Here we are introducing a great alternative of traditionally made potato cutlets. This healthy rich in nutrient cutlets is made up of raw banana and yam. These is a perfect dinner or breakfast option during your fasting days.

This Guilt free cutlets have several health benefits – It is rich micro nutrients such as potassium, phosphorus, magnesium and zinc. Also it is rich in soluble and insoluble fiber, it has macros in good amount like complex carbs and proteins. A diabetic friendly can gives you feeling of fullness.

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Ingredients:-

  • Raw banana – 1
  • Yam – 250 gm
  • Ginger green chilly paste (add garlic in non fastong days) – 1 tbsp
  • Singhara atta (Water chestnut flour) – 100gm
  • Coriander leaves chopped
  • Sendha namak (rock salt) to taste
  • Suji for coating (non- fasting days)
  • Ground nut Oil for fry

Method:-

  • Firstly, peel and cut raw banana and yam into one inch pieces.
  • Now, prepare a steamer or idli maker. Steam chopped banana and yam till it become soft.
  • After that take a bowl and mash steamed items into the bowl.
  • Then, dd sendha namak, singhara flour, chopped coriander, green chilly ginger paste and mix all together. Now, grease little oil on your palm and make small tikkis or cutlet in shape.
  • After that, Heat 2 tbsp oil in non-stick pan. Cook all the cutlets from both side nicely, till it turns light brown in color.
  • Now, Off the heat. Take all your cutlets in a plate. Serve it with your favorite chutney.

Your Nutrient rich Raw banana Upvas yam cutlet is ready.

Nutritional value of Moonglet (per servings):-

Calories: 180 kcal

Protein: 3.4 g

Carbohydrates : 28.7 g

Fat: 7 g

Fiber: 5 g

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Let’s make Ragda Pattice in a Healthy way

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Introduction:-

This High Protein Ragda Pattice recipe is a super duper delicious, healthy and easy to prepare. Ragda Pattice is a very famous dish of the street food culture in the Indian state of Maharashtra. We always love street foods but due to its unhealthy ingredients and unhealthy cooking methods we prefer to avoid it or limit the consumption. Here, we are introducing everyone’s all time favorite Ragda Pattice recipe, which is made by healthy ingredients and healthy cooking method. Now let’s talk about its benefits, that how a street food can be healthy and tasty, if we use this method with healthy alternatives, we can eat this on a regular basis.

This Ragda Pattice has several health benefits like- This chaat is made by dried peas and paneer. Dried peas (Vatana) and paneer are rich in protein. Also this recipe has variety of vegetables (beetroot, sweet potato, carrots, onion etc) are loaded with dietary fiber, vitamins and minerals. A diabetic friendly recipe and safe in your weight loss journey.

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Ingredients:-

  • For Ragda curry-
  • Peas dry – 50 gm
  • Onion – 1/2 cup
  • Tomato – 1/2 cup
  • Green chili – adjust to taste
  • Turmeric powder – 1/3 tsp
  • Salt to taste
  • Coriander mint chutney – 1 tbsp
  • Coriander leaves for garnishing
  • Tamarind dates chutney (optional) -1 tbsp
  • Curd – 2 tbsp
  • For Pattice –
  • Paneer – 1/2 cup
  • Boiled potatoes/sweet potatoes – 1/2 cup
  • 1 Carrot grated
  • 1/2 Beetroot grated
  • 1 Small Onion finely chopped
  • Green chili – adjust to taste
  • Salt to taste
  • Coriander powder
  • Bread crumbs – 1 bread
  • Oil- 1 tbsp

Method:-

  • First of all, wash the dried peas thoroughly and let it soak for at least 5-6 hours or overnight.
  • In the morning drain the soaked peas, wash it well. Now take all the peas in cooker, add salt and turmeric powder. Let it boil with 4-5 whistles.

Cooking Method:-

  • For ragda curry– once the peas are nicely boiled, smashed it by spatula. Add some chopped green chilli, 1/2 chopped onions, 1/2 chopped tomato, 1tsp mint chutney and 2 tbsp chopped coriander leaves. Now, let all the mixture together for more 4-5 min without covering.
  • Now, Take a large bowl. Add boiled and smashed sweet potatoes/potatoes in the bowl. Now add grated paneer, all the finely chopped and grated veggies, bread crumbs and salt to your taste. Now mix well all together and make a shape of patties or tikki with the help of oil.
  • Heat some little amount of oil in non-stick pan. Slighly roast all the patties on a medium flame. Flip and roast patties from both the sides equally. And turn off the flame.
    • For Plating – Take your patties into a plate. Then, add peas curry, curd, some onions, mint and tamarind chutney, chaat masala and garnish it with fresh coriander leaves.

Your High protein Ragda Pattice is ready to be served. Enjoy this as party or festival dish and let us know your experience in the comment section.

Nutritional value of Ragda Pattice (per serving) :-

Calories: 350 kcal

Carbohydrates: 50g

Protein: 10g

Fat: 8g

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How to Prepare Kantola Vegetable

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Introduction

The Kantola vegetable’s spiky green tint lends itself naturally to beauty. It is commonly referred to as a monsoon vegetable that is both nutrient-dense and low in calories. The Kantola vegetable is a great source of dietary fiber as well as vitamins and minerals like vitamin A, vitamin C, calcium, iron, and potassium. These nutrients are essential for boosting the immune system, fostering bone health, and supporting general wellbeing. commonly known as the spiny gourd or Kantola. Indians also refer to the kantola vegetable as kakrol. The Kantola vegetable’s have a little bitter flavor but not as bitter as Karela, the bitter gourd, but still bitter. They cook up with a lovely soft texture.

The Kantola Vegetable is an anti-allergen, and the analgesic qualities of this vegetable, which are typically present during the monsoon season, aid in preventing seasonal coughs, colds, and other allergies. The kantola vegetable is rich in fiber and antioxidants, making it particularly beneficial for facilitating simple digestion and removing constipation.

Ingredient for Kantola vegetable:-

  • Kantola 100g
  • Olive oil 4 tablespoons 
  •  Cumin seeds ½ tablespoons
  •  Mustard seeds ½ tablespoons
  • Chopped onion 1 Pieces
  •  Chopped tomatoes 2-3 Pieces
  •  Chopped green chili 2-3 chili
  •  Chopped garlic 3-4 Pieces
  •  Turmeric powder  ½ tablespoons
  • Red chili powder  ½ tablespoons
  • Coriander powder  ½ tablespoons
  • Hing powder  ½ tablespoons
  • Black pepper ½ tablespoons
  • Amchur powder 1 tablespoons
  • Salt as per the taste
  • Lemon juice (Optional)

Cooking Instructions for Kantola vegetable:-

  • For Kantola Vegetable -Take some kantola, wash them thoroughly with enough water, take off and throw away the upper, thin stem, and chop them vertically.
  • If the seeds are tough, then remove them. If the seeds are soft or tender, there is no need to remove them.
  • Collect the sliced spine gourds in a mixing bowl and add 1/2 teaspoon each of black pepper, turmeric powder, red chili powder,dhania powder . Marinate the food in the covered bowl for 10 to 12 minutes.
  • Once the oil is hot, add the mustard seeds, cumin seeds and hing when they start to crackle. Add the chopped onion,garlic and green chili after that, cook until golden brown.
  • After that, on a low heat, sauté them and allow them to cook. The pan doesn’t require covering. At regular intervals, give it a quick toss, cover the pan, and let it cook for a while. Continue stirring the kantola slices to ensure equal cooking and browning.
  • Add some dried mango powder (amchur) if you prefer a taste that is a little bit sour. While serving the  kantola sabji, you can also drizzle some lemon juice over it.

Macros Breakup of Kantola vegetable (30g)

  • Protein :– 5g
  • Carbohydrate :- 12g
  • Fat :– 7g
  • Calories :– 134 kcal

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How to make Flaxseeds chutney at home

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Flaxseeds chutney is high in dietary fiber which helps you feel full for longer. It is also called Alsi in Hindi and Ali Vidai in Tamil. Flaxseeds are emerging as a “superfood” .

Flaxseeds chutney contain phytoestrogens called lignans, which are similar to the hormone estrogen. The fiber in flaxseed is found in the seed coat. Flaxseed is used for preventing constipation, diabetes, high cholesterol, obesity, and swelling of the kidneys in people with lupus. It is also used for many other conditions.

Flaxseed chutney is a rich source of omega-3 essential fatty acids and helps in fighting inflammation. It has high in nutrients such as vitamin B complex, manganese, and magnesium.

This also helps in lowering cholesterol. Flaxseed helps in insulin resistance and regulates blood sugar. Therefore Flaxseeds chutney is a healthy addition into your meals.

Ingredients

  • Flaxseeds -1cup
  • curry leaves -1 cup
  • Red chilli powder- 1tbsp
  • salt- according to taste

Instructions to Prepare Flaxseeds Chutney

  • First wash the curry leaves well and put them on a kitchen towel to dry , Then later heat a pan and put in the flax seeds and curry leaves then dry roast it on low to medium flame till you hear crackling sounds
  • Keep stirring it with a spatula.
  • Then turn off the gas and let it cool down
  • Then put the roasted flax seeds , curry leaves salt and red chilly powder in a mixer and powder them fine.
  • Flaxseed chutney can be stored in airtight container.
  • Serve chutney with hot rice and Dal, sprinkle over salads, sabji , etc
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How to make Healthy Foxtail Millet Idli

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Introduction:-

This Foxtail Millet Idli recipe is a nutritious recipe. It is so easy to cook with less ingredients. Foxtail millet idlis can be a nutritious and delicious way to enjoy and get all its benefits of this ancient grain also a healthiest option for south indian food lovers. Foxtail millet has several health benefits:-

This idli is more nutritious due to its millet is called Foxtail millet. It’s is a rich source of dietary fiber, micronutrients and antioxidants. A combination of urad dal (black gram) and foxtail millet, the idlis become a good source of plant-based protein, which is definitely important for muscle health. These nutrients contribute to overall body functioning and complete well being. Also it is a cardio and diabetic friendly recipe, safe for gluten intolerant. Foxtail millet is low in calories grain as compared to rice and other grain, making it a perfect choice for those who looking for weight management.

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Ingredients:-

  1. Foxtail millet – 1 cup
  2. Urad dal – 1/2 cup
  3. Fenugreek seeds(methi dana) – 1 tbsp
  4. Oil for greasing idli molds
  5. Baking soda or Eno powder – 1/2 tsp
  6. Salt to taste
  7. Water as required

Method:-

  • Fermentation – Firstly, wash the millets and urad dal thoroughly and soak them along with methi seeds for 7-8 hours. After that, strain the water. And blend it till it become a smooth batter. Pour the all batter into a bowl and let it rest for about 6-7 hour or overnight.
  • Steaming – In the morning or when it get fermented well. heat some water in a idli streamer till it boils. Meanwhile, Add some salt into the fermented batter. Adjust its consistency by adding some water. Now add baking soda for batter fermenting it. For steaming preparation, grease some oil to your idli molds. Immediately pour batter into idli molds and when the water is getting boiled set all idli tray. Cover the steamer and let it cook for 6-7 min on a medium flame.
  • Now off the flame. Remove the from molds.

Your Foxtail Millet Idli is ready to be served. Enjoy it with sambar or your favorite chutney.

Macros of Foxtail Millet Idli:-

Calories: 85 kcal

Carbohydrates: 14.5 g

Protein: 3 g

Fat: 1.5 g

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How to make Delicious High Protein Sprouts Tikki

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Introduction:-

This Delicious High Protein Sprouts Tikki is a flavorful and full of nutrition recipe. Certainly, Sprouts are an excellent source of plant based protein which provides essential amino acids that help in muscle growth, repair and overall body functioning. It is high in dietary fiber which improve the digestion and metabolism, it detoxify toxins from our body and helps to maintain healthy cholesterol levels. This sprouts gives satiety (feeling of fullness), and it can be beneficial for weight management too.

This recipe can give you a yummy twist of eating boring sprouts in a new way. Sprouts Tikki is healthy made by sprouts are a favorited among the fussy eaters. This is an easy-to-make and yummy snack recipe which is cooked with sprouted moong and black chana, sprouted fenugreek seeds, gram flour or besan and roasted peanuts.

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Ingredients:-

  1. Mixed sprouts (moong beans, black chana, methi seed sprouts) – 1 cup
  2. Grated paneer – 1/2 cup
  3. Besan for binding – 1 tbsp
  4. Small Onion chopped – 1/2 cup
  5. Roasted peanuts – 2 tbsp
  6. Coriander leaves – 1/2 cup
  7. Ginger garlic paste – 1 tbsp
  8. Cumin seeds – 1 teaspoon
  9. Coriander powder – 1 tbsp
  10. Green chilli – (adjust to taste)
  11. Oil for greasing or shallow fry (no oil required if you are air frying)
  12. Salt to taste

Preparation:-

  • Firsly wash the lentils (moong and black chana) thoroughly.
  • Saok both the lentils and fenugreek seeds separately for 7-8 hour or overnight.
  • Once you’ve soaked lentils and seeds started the germination process, Tie the knot and tighten the cloth and keep it in the bowl in a corner overnight for a minimum of 12 hours or till they start sprouting.

Method:-

  • First of all, take a mixer jar, combine the mixed sprouts into the jar.
  • Now add green chilli, ginger garlic paste, cumin seeds, roasted peanuts, coriander leaves and salt to taste into the jar.
  • Blend all together (do not add water in mixture). Mix everything thoroughly.
  • After that, pour all the mixture of jar into a bowl. Now, add finely chopped onion, 2 tbsp besan and grated paneer. Mix everything thoroughly. Now grease some cooking oil on your hand and shape each portion into a tikki.
  • Heat a small amount of oil in a pan. Place all the tikki once it hot. Now let it cook until they are golden brown on both sides, turning tikkis accordingly to ensure even cooking.

Macros of approx. 4 Sprouts Tikkis (per servings):-

Calories: 200 kcal

Protein: 10.2 g

Carbohydrate: 18.2 g

Fats: 17.8 g

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How to make Overnight soaked Oats with Nut and Fruits

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Introduction:-

This is Overnight soaked Oats with Nut and Fruits. If you love healthy breakfast options and don’t want to do a whole lot of work in the morning ? This Overnight oats with Nuts and Fruits recipe is the best option to you. It’s honestly one of the easiest no cook breakfast option, that will leave you with healthy grab and go breakfast. And the fun part is that it is endlessly customizable.

It is high in soluble fiber, beta glucan which has numerous benefits. This helps to reduce cholesterol and blood sugar levels. Overnight oats has low glycemic index, it promotes healthy gut bacteria and increases feeling of fullness.

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Ingredients:-

  1. Rolled oats – 1/2 cup
  2. Chia seeds – 1 tbsp
  3. Peanut butter (optional) – 1 tbsp
  4. Nuts (cashew, almonds, walnuts) – 1/3 cup
  5. Milk – 1 cup
  6. Jaggery powder – 1 tbsp
  7. Fruits (as per your choice) chopped – 1 cup
  8. Pumpkin seeds – 1/2 tbsp

Method:-

  • Take rolled oats in smoothie jar (use 16 ounce mason jar with a screw lid). Now add chia seeds, milk along with nuts.
  • Soaked this mixture overnight in the fridge. (in winter no need to store in fridge)
  • In the morning, take out your oats jar from the fridge. Allow the mixture to be at normal temperature.
  • After that, Add some peanut butter, maple syrup or honey into oats. Now add freshly chopped fruits as per your choice. Mix all together nicely.
  • Now garnish it with pumpkin seeds or sunflower seeds.

Your quick and yummy Overnight oats with fruits and nuts are ready to served. Start your day with this instantly made breakfast option with goodness of health.

Macros of Overnight Oats with Nuts and Fruits:-

Calories: 350 kcal

Carbohydrates: 45.7 g

Protein: 15.6 g

Fats: 14.5 g

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Let’s make Protein Rich Kala Chana Dosa

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Introduction:-

This is Protein Rich Kala Chana Dosa recipe. Dosa is one of the most loved breakfast, there is no doubt about it. However, there are many variations in dosa. But this dosa is unique and highly nutritious from others, because it is made my desi Kala chana which easily available in everyone’s kitchen. Now let’s talk about its benefits:-

– It is made by black chickpea is also known as kala chana in India, Kala chana is good source of plant based protein. So, it is a great option for vegetarians. It has fiber and essential micro nutrients like – iron, zinc, magnesium and vitamin B group. This dosa is a great option for diabetic patients, and who wants to weight loss. It gives you feeling of fullness.

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Ingredients:-

  1. Kala chana – 1 cup
  2. Rava – 1/2 cup
  3. Curd – 2 tbsp
  4. Green chilli – 2 small
  5. Ginger – 1/2 inch
  6. Coriander leaves – 20 gm
  7. Cumin – 1 tsp
  8. Black pepper – 1/2 tsp
  9. Pinch of Hing
  10. Salt to taste
  11. Cooking oil – 1 tbsp
  12. Water as required

Method:-

  • Firstly, Soak kala chana overnight or 7-8 hours.
  • Take a jar. Add Kala chana, salt and all the ingredients are mentioned. Now blend all material together by adding some water and make a smooth batter. Keep it aside for 15 min.
  • Heat a tawa or non stick pan on a low flame. Grease some oil on the pan. Pour the batter and gently spread the batter starting from the center and moving outwards. Spread some oil on dosa.
  • When the dosa is getting roasted, flip it slightly. Cook from the side.
  • When the dosa has nicely light browned from the both side. Now fold it and bring it to your plate

Your Protein rich kala chana dosa is ready. Serve it hot with tomato chutney or green chutney.

Macros of Kala Chana Dosa:-

Calories: 300 kcal

Carbohydrate: 40 g

Protein: 10 g

Fat: 5 g

Fiber: 10 g

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How to make Healthy Cauliflower Egg Pulao without Rice

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Introduction:-

Healthy Cauliflower Egg Pulao without Rice is quick, easy, super nutritious and a great replacement of rice and It is rich in nutrients such as vitamins C and K, a good source of folate high in fibre and protein.

For some healthy reasons, once in a while we should take a break from all grains and consume a grain free meal to give an ease to our gut health, but that meal should be fulfilled with equal amount of nutrients as grains. So, this recipe can be a great option as a detox meal. Now let’s jump to the recipe.

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Ingredients:-

  • Cauliflower grated – 1 cup
  • Broccoli grated – 1 cup
  • 2 Whole Eggs
  • Onion, capsicum (red, green, yellow) – 1 cup (choose veggie as per your choice)
  • Mushroom – 1 cup
  • Sweet corns – 1/2 cup
  • Ginger garlic grated
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Oil for cooking – 2-3 tbsp
  • Coriander leaves for garnishing

Cooking Method:-

  • Heat 2 tbsp oil in a pan. Add grated ginger and garlic, roast it slighly.
  • Now add onion and capsicum. Subsequently, Saute for a while.
  • After that add grated cauliflower, broccoli, boiled corns and chopped mushrooms into the pan.
  • Add salt and black pepper to your taste, mix it well. cover the pan, cook the mixture for 5 min.
  • Prepare Scrambled eggs separately – Heat 1 tbsp oil on a separate pan on a medium flame. Pour raw eggs in oil, when it starts cooking, keep stirring it nicely and stirring the eggs every few seconds. Finally, the pieces of eggs get separated, then off the flame.
  • Add scrambled eggs into the cauliflower mixture and stir it well for 1 min. Now Off the flame.
  • Garnish it with Coriander leaves.

Now Healthy Cauliflower Eggs Pulao without rice is ready. Enjoy it with chick pea hummus or any dip of your choice.

Macros of Cauliflower Egg Pulao:-

Calories: 160 kcal

Protein: 10g

Carbs: 7.5g

Fat: 10g

Fiber: 8.5g

So, here it is a perfect recipe filled with nutrition and a great way to substitute rice in your meals. Try this, It’s going to be a regular for you, surely.

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How to make Nutritious Hariyali Matki Khichdi

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Introduction:-

Nutritious Hariyali Matki Khichdi is a super healthy, tasty and easy to make recipe which keeps your digestive system in order, it may help detoxify the body. It is advisable in diabetes, Hypothyroidism weight loos. Matki beans also known as moth beans are rich in protein, vitamin, minerals and high in fibre. It improves our health and gut health. Due to using green leafy vegetables and spices contain antioxidants potentially reducing risk of many diseases.

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So, let’s begin the recipe…

Ingredients:-

  1. Matki beans (moth) – 1.5 cup
  2. White rice – 1 cup
  3. Fresh Coriander and mint leaves paste – 1/2 cup
  4. Spinach (Palak) – cup
  5. Vegetables of choice finely chopped – 1 cup (Green beans, carrots, green chilli, green peas)
  6. Onion finely chopped – 1 1/2 cup
  7. Ginger garlic paste – 1 tbsp
  8. Mustard oil or ghee – 2 tbsp
  9. Cumin and mustard seeds – 1/2 tbsp
  10. Pinch of Hing (Asafetida)
  11. Bay leaf, cardamom, clove – 1
  12. Turmeric, red chilli powder – 1/2 tbsp
  13. Water – 500 ml

Preparation:-

  • Soak the matki beans overnight.
  • Soak white rice for 30 min before cooking.
  • Make a smooth paste of fresh coriander, mint leaves and green chilli.

Cooking method:-

  • Lets Heat 2 tbsp mustard oil or ghee in a cooker on a low flame. Once the oil is hot a little, crackle cumin and mustard seeds then add and slightly roast some bay leaf, cardamom, clove and pinch of hing.
  • Now add onion and sauté till it become golden. After that add turmeric, red chilli powder and roast a little.
  • Now add all the chopped veggies, soaked matki and rice into the cooker. Add salt and pepper as per your taste. Mix it well for 2 min. Add 500 ml water, cover it and take 3-4 whistles.
  • Once the khichdi is properly boiled, add half a cup of coriander and mint green paste and 1 cup chopped spinach. Stir it well and let it cook for 2-3 min. after that off the flame.

Your Nutritious Hariyali Matki Khichdi is ready. Serve it with raita and chutney.

Nutritional Value of Hariyali Matki Khichdi (per serving):-

Calories – 360kcal

Carbs – 39.7g

Protein – 15g

Fat – 6g

Fiber – 7.5g

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