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Nothing beats a warm, wholesome Indian meal during the monsoon. This High Protein High Fibre Indian Meal combines comforting green moong khichdi, nourishing chicken vegetable soup, red amaranth stir fry, and fresh cucumber to create a balanced plate that's easy to digest and packed with nutrition.
During the rainy season, warm, home-cooked meals are often preferred as they are gentle on the stomach and help provide steady energy. Green moong and chicken are excellent sources of...
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Heat ghee in a pressure cooker and splutter cumin seeds until aromatic.
Add soaked green moong, rice, turmeric, salt, and water to the cooker.
Pressure cook for 3-4 whistles until the khichdi is soft and well-cooked.
Serve hot.
Boil diced chicken first until tender then add mixed vegetables in the cooked chicken broth.
Season with salt, chilli flakes, and crushed black pepper.
Simmer for 2 minutes and serve hot.
Heat oil in a pan and sauté crushed garlic and chopped onion until fragrant.
Add chopped red amaranth and salt to the pan.
Cook for 3-4 minutes until the amaranth is wilted and tender.
Serve warm.
Serve hot chicken vegetable soup in a serving bowl. Garnish with spring onion. Pour 2 ladies of khichdi with 2 tbsp of red amaranth stir fry and cucumber slices.
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Soak whole green moong for 6–8 hours to reduce cooking time and improve digestibility.
Use minimal oil and plenty of vegetables to keep the meal light, balanced, and weight-loss friendly.
For the khichdi, you can substitute rice with quinoa for added protein.
Use fresh finely chopped ginger garlic for the soup to enhance the flavor.
Avoid overcooking red amaranth to preserve its vibrant colour and nutrients.
Red amaranth also called tambdi bhaji in Goa can be replaced with spinach or fenugreek if unavailable.
Don't forget to add cucumber or any salad of your choice to make it complete high Protein high fibre Indian meal.
Add a dash of ghee while serving to enhance its nutrition.
Can I use split green moong instead of whole?
Yes, split green moong can be used, but the texture will be slightly different.
How can I make the soup spicier?
Increase the quantity of chilli flakes or add a dash of hot chilli sauce.
Can I prepare the stir fry without garlic?
Yes, you can skip garlic, but it adds a nice depth of flavor to the dish.
Is it necessary to soak the green moong?
Soaking helps reduce cooking time and ensures the moong cooks evenly.
Can I freeze the soup for later?
Yes, the soup can be frozen in an airtight container for up to a week.

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