Bhagar (Vrat Ke Chawal)

Ingredients

Serves 2

• 1 cup bhagar (sama ke chawal / barnyard millet)
• 2 cups water
• 2 tbsp ghee or oil
• 1 tsp cumin seeds
• 2 green chillies, chopped
• 8–10 curry leaves (optional)
• 2 boiled potatoes, diced (optional)
• 2 tbsp roasted peanuts (optional)
• Sendha namak (rock salt) to taste
• Fresh coriander for garnish

Method

1. 1

   Rinse bhagar thoroughly and soak for 10 minutes

2. 2

   Heat ghee in a pan, add cumin seeds, green chillies, and curry leaves

3. 3

   Add diced potatoes and sauté lightly

4. 4

   Add soaked bhagar and stir well

5. 5

   Pour in water, add salt, and cover with a lid

6. 6

   Cook on low flame until water is absorbed and bhagar is fluffy

7. 7

   Garnish with coriander and roasted peanuts

8. 8

   Serve hot with curd or vrat ki sabzi