Ajwain Vegetable Comfort Khichda

Soft, soothing comfort food made for slow evenings and rainy days

MAY 18, 2026

Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 40 mins
Serves: 4–5

Best made with: Coarse Bulgur + Farmili Ajwain
Coarse bulgur slowly softens into a rich comforting texture, while ajwain adds warmth and digestive balance.

Ingredients:

• Coarse bulgur – 1½ cups

• Moong dal – ½ cup

• Desi ghee – 2 tbsp

• Farmili Ajwain – ½ tsp

• Onion – 1, chopped

• Ginger – 1 tsp, grated

• Garlic cloves – 3, minced

• Carrot – 1, diced

• Green peas – ½ cup

• Turmeric – ¼ tsp

• Black pepper – ½ tsp

• Salt – to taste

• Warm water – as needed

• Fresh coriander – for garnish

• Homemade curd – for serving

Method:

• Wash the coarse bulgur and moong dal together.

• Heat desi ghee in a heavy pot and add Farmili Ajwain.

• Add onions, ginger, and garlic and sauté gently until softened.

• Add carrots, peas, turmeric, black pepper, and salt.

• Add the bulgur and moong dal mixture and stir gently.

• Pour warm water and cook covered on low heat until soft and creamy.

• Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.

• Garnish with fresh coriander and serve warm with homemade curd.

Farmili Note:

Farmili Ajwain adds gentle warmth and depth that makes this khichda feel comforting and easy to digest. It is the kind of slow-cooked meal that feels grounding after a long day.

Recipe Inspiration & References:

• Dassana’s Veg Recipes – https://www.vegrecipesofindia.com/

• Hebbars Kitchen – https://hebbarskitchen.com/

• Traditional Indian Khichda Inspirations