You must be wondering how healthy food like khichdi came into existence. How is it loved by the people of India? Today we will tell you about its history.
History of Khichdi
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History of Khichari: There is a tradition of making khichdi on the occasion of Makar Sankranti. Khichdi is definitely made on this day, especially in Northern India. Even today when the food is delicious and healthy When we talk about khichuri, the first thing that comes to mind is khichdi which is made by mixing dal and rice. But you must also be wondering how healthy food like khichdi came to be. How is it loved by the people of India? Today we will tell you about its history.
History of Khichdi
The word khichdi comes from the Sanskrit word ‘khicha’, which means a dish made from rice and beans. Khichdi is made with rice and lentils. In Hindu culture, it is known as one of the first solid foods eaten by children. Its history is about 2500 years old. It is believed that khichdi has been eaten in India for about 2500 years. Under the Mughals, Khichdi became famous in the subcontinent.
Moroccan traveler Ibn Battuta in the 14th century, Russian traveler Afanasy Nikitin in the 15th century and Abul Fazl in the 16th century mentioned Khichdi in their writings.
What vitamins does Khichuri have?
Khichdi is considered a healthy food. It contains many nutrients such as vitamins, fiber and potassium. Since khichdi is a light food, it is digested quickly. For this reason, doctors also advise patients to eat khichdi.
Know the benefits of eating khichdi
Regular consumption of khichuri removes the doshas of rice, pitta and kapha. Khichdi not only provides energy to the body but also enhances immunity. Khichdi is very helpful in losing weight. Khichdi helps prevent diabetes. Khichdi protects against vata, pitta and kapha. It also detoxifies our body.
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