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Feeling hungry during your vrat but don't want to spend ages stirring a pot on the stove top? We've all been there! Traditional fasting recipes can sometimes feel like a time commitment, but not today. Say hello to the ultimate fast-and-flavor solution: Vrat Wali Moraiya ni Khichdi made entirely in the microwave! This technique takes one of the most comforting, wholesome, and permissible fasting meals and slashes the cooking time in half. Get ready to enjoy a bowl of perfectly cooked, subtly spiced, and satisfying barnyard millet (moraiya) khichdi with minimal effort and maximum flavor. Your new vrat go-to is about to become your fastest go-to!
If your microwave is usually reserved for reheating leftovers, get ready to give it a starring role! Today, we’re challenging the idea that authentic, delicious Indian food needs hours of simmering. We're showing you how to achieve the perfect texture and traditional flavor of Vrat Wali Moraiya ni Khichdi—that incredibly satisfying blend of barnyard millet, peanuts, and spices—using nothing but your microwave and a few simple steps. This method is a game-changer for busy days, ensuring you can stick to your fast with a nutritious, piping hot meal ready in under 10 minutes. No more standing over a hot stove; just brilliant, effortless comfort food!
And there you have it—a steaming bowl of authentic, comforting Vrat Wali Moraiya ni Khichdi, made in minutes, all thanks to your trusty microwave! You've just proved that fasting food doesn't have to mean compromising on flavor, nutrition, or precious time. This recipe is your new secret weapon for those busy vrat days. Give it a try, tweak the spices to your liking, and share your success! What other traditional Indian dishes do you think we should try tackling in the microwave next? Let me know in the comments below! Enjoy cooking 🔪 😋
Preparation time - 2 minutes
Cooking/microwave cooking time - 10 minutes
Serves - 2 persons
Ingredients to make Vrat wali Moraiya Khichdi :
1/2 cup moraiyo
2 tablespoon oil
1 teaspoon cumin seeds
1 tablespoon finely chopped green chillies
1 small boiled potato finely chopped
Fasting salt to taste
2 tablespoon curd
2 tablespoon masala peanuts
1 tablespoon sugar (opt)
For garnishing:
Finely chopped coriander leaves
Masala peanuts
Method to make Vrat wali Moraiya Khichdi Magic:
- First of all wash and soak moraiya in a microwave safe bowl. I prefer double water to soak. But it may differ.
- In a tempering pan add oil and cumin seeds. When they crackles add green chilies and transfer it to soaked moraiya. Add fasting salt and mix well.
- Cover and cook in microwave for 4 minutes.
- Rest for minimum 5 minutes. If moraiya is cooked add remaining ingredients. If not cooked cook again for 2 minutes. Again rest for 2 minutes.
- Resting time is important for easy and fast cooking.
- Personally I never add sugar to my moraiya, but it's upon you. If you want to add add it at last. And then cook for one minute. At this time covering is not required.
- Transfer Vrat wali Moraiya Khichdi to serving bowl and garnish with finely chopped coriander leaves and masala peanuts.
- You can enjoy it alone, but it can taste good with fresh homemade curd.
- Even you can sprinkle some farali chevda for more crunch.
