Sumptuous Surati Seafood Khichdi
Set aside your regular meal tonight and get ready to indulge in this delightful Surati Seafood Khichdi – a wholesome combination of rice, lentils and an array of your favorite seafood. This rich and aromatic delicacy with a Gujarati twist will tingle your taste buds. The delightful yellow lentils, combined with the fresh catch of the day, provide a profusion of flavors that the coastal city of Surat is famous for. With a light, comforting broth, intermingled with a subtle aroma of fish, prawns, or crab, this Khichdi will transport you to the enchanting beaches of Gujarat. Not to forget, it is under 100 calories, letting you enjoy a satisfying meal without any guilt. Get ready to treat yourself with the authentic flavors and spices of Gujarat.
RECIPE: Serves 1
Ingredients:
– 30g Rice
– 20g Lentils (Yellow)
– 50g Mixed Seafood (fish/prawns/crab)
– Cumin seeds
– Turmeric Powder
– Olive Oil
– Salt to taste
– Chopped Coriander Leaves
1. Soak rice and lentils in water for 30 minutes.
2. In a pan, heat a teaspoon of oil and add cumin seeds.
3. After the seeds splutter, add your mixed seafood and cook until the seafood changes colour.
4. Drain the rice and lentils and add them to the pan.
5. Give it a good stir and add water, enough to cook the rice and lentils.
6. Add salt to taste and a pinch of turmeric powder.
7. Cover the pan and let it simmer until the rice and lentils are cooked well.
8. Garnish with fresh, chopped coriander and serve hot.
Remember, the secret to this light yet satiating khichdi lies in the freshness of the seafood. So ensure you make your choice of fish and prawns as fresh as they can get. Guaranteed, this Gujarati twist to a seafood khichdi will make room in your heart and not much on those calories.
Now, let the culinary journey to the shores of Gujarat begin. All from the comfort of your kitchen. Enjoy your meal (or as they say in Gujarat, “Bhojan ane anand”)!
