Khichadi on Maghe Sankranti: Why and how

The annual festival, Maghe Sankranti, is celebrated by eating ghee and chaku , yam , (white and black) sesame balls, and fish. But, did you know that you can also celebrate the day by eating khichadi? Yes, you read it correctly, khichadi is a popular dish to have on this day. So, this year, eat khichadi on Maghe Sankranti and give a new twist to it.

Khichadi (mostly spelt ‘khichdi’ in India) is a dish made from rice and lentils that is popular in many parts of South Asia, including Nepal, Bangladesh and India. It is typically made by cooking rice and lentils together with spices and vegetables, and it can be served as a main dish or a side dish. It is also considered a nutritious and balanced meal because it contains a combination of carbohydrates, protein, and fibre.