Heart-Healthy Sabudana Khichadi

Transform your breakfast or snack time with this nutritious and flavorful Heart-Healthy Sabudana Khichadi! This recipe is a wholesome twist on the traditional Indian dish, made with soft, pearl-like sabudana (tapioca pearls) enriched by the nutty crunch of roasted peanuts and the aromatic warmth of cumin and curry leaves. Cooked in heart-friendly olive oil, it’s elevated with the zest of fresh lemon juice, earthy turmeric, and a hint of spice from green chili. The addition of tender diced potatoes and jewel-like pomegranate seeds not only adds texture but also a burst of color and natural sweetness. Perfect for those looking to enjoy a low-cholesterol, fiber-rich dish that’s packed with bold flavors. Garnished with chopped cilantro and served warm, this gluten-free, vegetarian recipe is as comforting as it is nourishing!

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Sabudana (tapioca pearls)
• 0.5 cup Peanuts (unsalted)
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Cumin seeds
• 1 medium Green chili, chopped
• 8 leaves Curry leaves
• 0.5 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 1 small Potato, diced
• 2 tablespoons Cilantro, chopped
• 0.25 cup Pomegranate seeds

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the sabudana under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch. Soak the sabudana in just enough water to cover them for 4-5 hours or overnight until they are soft and can be easily pressed between your fingers.

Step 2

Dry roast the peanuts in a pan until golden brown, then cool and coarsely grind them. Set aside a couple of tablespoons for garnish.

Step 3

Drain any excess water from the sabudana and mix with the ground peanuts, salt, and turmeric powder. Set aside.

Step 4

In a non-stick pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and let them splutter.

Step 5

Add chopped green chili and curry leaves, sauté until fragrant.

Step 6

Add diced potatoes to the pan and cook until they are tender, stirring occasionally to ensure even cooking.

Step 7

Once the potatoes are cooked, add the sabudana mixture to the pan. Stir well to combine the ingredients.

Step 8

Cook, stirring occasionally, to ensure the sabudana does not stick to the pan. The pearls will become translucent when cooked.

Step 9

Add lemon juice, mix well, and cook for another minute.

Step 10

Garnish with chopped cilantro, reserved ground peanuts, and pomegranate seeds before serving hot.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(541.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1466.2

Total Fat 54.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2384.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 234.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.0g	0%
Total Sugars 18.3g
Protein 24.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 165.1mg	0%
Iron 9.1mg	0%
Potassium 1525.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 32.2%

Protein: 6.3%

Carbs: 61.5%