Wholesome Moong Dal Khichdi : A nutritious and comforting one-pot meal. Try our easy recipes for a tasty, quick dinner.

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Wholesome Moong Dal Khichdi : A nutritious and comforting one-pot meal. Try our easy recipes for a tasty, quick dinner.
by [Archana Potdar] · This post may contain affiliate links · 41 Comments
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As always I need a delicious and packed with fibre and an easy breakfast recipe at the crack of dawn. So make ahead this yum glass of pudding with chia seeds. I have used apple and cinnamon, with exotic saffron-flavoured milk to make my creamy Saffron and Chia Seed Pudding Recipe you can use any flavours you like. Have you tried my creamy rice pudding a comfort food that we love.
By the way, this pudding is not fattening and is yummy as a snack too incredibly easy to make and filling too! Read on for I am sharing an easy and healthy way to vary your food. Spread the love, like and share my post. Sign up for my newsletter! (link below) for updates delivered to your inbox every time I post that is once a week generally.
Today is Monday and Foodie Monday Bloghop! Today it was Mayuri's turn to suggest a theme to blog on. The group voted as usual and decided on #266Exotic Saffron as the theme.
Mayuri blogs at Mayuri's Jikoni! Have I mentioned that in Swahili Jikoni means Kitchen? I was curious and so I googled it! Now, Mayuri is a globetrotter and has many delicious dishes from all over the world. I have my eyes on many recipes from her, all eye mind you no hands so I am just looking and not making anything! I cannot keep pace at the rate she gets her posts out. Anyway, some of the recipes that I want try are Batheeth, Chilli Avacado Chocolate Cake, Apple Kheer. I think these are enough for now before I get palpitations.
So for making this saffron dish I wanted to use Chia Seeds that I had got as a part of the BM group meet at Hyderabad. My friends there gifted me with many kinds of seeds one of them is chia seeds.
Generally, I focus on local produce and ingredients but that does not mean that I will not try something new and healthy from around the world. The health benefits of chia seeds are well documented as a great source of fibre and protein.
Chia seeds are high protein and omega 3 oils. Since they have a lot of fibre they keep you satisfied. The best part is they are not fattening. Since I have hardly any chia seeds recipes I must start focussing on them. So stay tuned to see some more healthy and tasty recipes with Chia seeds. For the health benefits of Chia Seeds check this Healthline Post.
How much Chia seeds is it okay to eat?
Since chia seeds have fibre, do not eat too much in one go. Also, why try and stuff too much in one day? Pace it 1.5 tablespoons per day is more than enough. This way you will not get bored with the pudding.
Actually the method is very simple
Toppings:
How long should I soak the chia seeds need to soak in milk/ liquid?
I will recommend soaking them for 3 hours but if cannot wait then 20 minutes is fine.
So you tried making the Chia seed pudding and it is not thickening?
My chia seed pudding has clumped why? And how do I avoid it?
Chai seeds love water or liquids. They absorb quite a bit of any liquid, you soak them in. so just adding the ingredients together and letting it say is not the answer. Stir the pudding with a whisk after 10 minutes. After half an hour store covered in the refrigerator for say 3 hours to overnight.
Can I refrigerate chia seeds pudding?
Definitely, you can soak them for 5 days in one go. But this process will need only 4-5 minutes. Then it is stirring after 10 minutes. Surely, you can do it every day. Why make a huge batch?
The Saffron and Chia Seed Pudding Recipe is a delicious and simple make-ahead breakfast dish. It can double up as a snack or as a dessert. Include chia seeds in your diet for their health benefits and don't skip breakfast!
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Poonam Bachhav says
Just love the fact that how a creamy and delicious looking pudding can be so quick and simple ! I mean no cooking at all. Chia seeds pudding with saffron and fresh fruits looks absolutely delectable and is a healthy breakfast option for sure.
ArchanaPotdar says
Thanks, Poonam.
priya vj says
Who would say No to such a delicious pudding.. i Initially thought this was my fav Kesar Falooda which I have been missing badly. The saffron has released a beautiful color
ArchanaPotdar says
Thanks, Priya.
Michelle Frank | Flipped-Out Food says
Ooohh, this looks fabulous—and so easy to make! I'm definitely making this as soon as I can get my hands on some chia seeds.
ArchanaPotdar says
Thanks, Michelle.
Sujata Roy says
Chia seeds pudding looks delectable and super healthy. I love the mixed flavour of cinnamon and apple. Loved the use of cooked apple.. Sweetened apple and cinnamon definitely enhance the taste and flavour.
ArchanaPotdar says
Thanks, Sujata.
Gourmet Vegetarians says
Love chia pudding! We made a simialr one the other day with saffron and rosewater with a pistachio crumble. Such a good flavour combo!
ArchanaPotdar says
Thanks, I will it.
Kalyani says
trust you to bring us such a delicious, healthy treat archana.. loving everything about this delectable dessert...
ArchanaPotdar says
Thanks, Kalyani.
Lillie Marshall says
This is brilliant. We use chia every day in yogurt but have never made it into pudding -- let alone with fancy saffron! So glamorous.
ArchanaPotdar says
Thanks, dear.
Peter says
Love that this includes chia seeds - very underrated. This was absolutely refreshing and perfect for a snack. Though I could see someone eating this as a breakfast meal too! It's actually quite filling.
ArchanaPotdar says
Yes, Peter, you are right. Thanks.
Mayuri Patel says
Archana I almost made chia pudding as that's what I have often as breakfast, especially since I'm fasting and chia pudding is filling. However, tapioca pudding won due to popular demand. Love the apple cinnamon topping. Healthy and tasty. I usually make mine at night and leave it in the fridge overnight so its ready to eat in the morning.And please don't get palpitations going through my recipes otherwise you're family will blame me for those erratic heartbeats 😉
ArchanaPotdar says
😀 Lol on your recipes comment. I loved it. Making for my neighbour for tomorrow.
The Girl Next Door says
I love this simple pudding! It looks absolutely delicious and so very easy to make. Saffron, apples, cinnamon and chia seeds - what's to not love?
ArchanaPotdar says
Thanks, Priya.
Biana says
I have never tried the combination of chia and saffron, it sounds amazing! Looking forward to trying it.
ArchanaPotdar says
Thanks.
Preethicuisine says
We cannot say no to this delicious saffron Chia seeds pudding with apples that is so nutritious and filling but does not settle on the hips. Love simple puddings.
ArchanaPotdar says
Thanks, Preethi.
Vasusvegkitchen says
Chia seed pudding looks very delicious di, now a days I am adding chia seeds in my diet regularly. Bookmarking this yummy pudding to try soon. Loved the flavors of cinnamon and taste of apple in it. Perfect as breakfast or even love to have it in dinner with some nuts and fruits on it.
ArchanaPotdar says
Thanks, Aruna.
Maria says
What a wonderful way to start the day with this power packed and yummy pudding! Love the addition of apple cinnamon to it. And love your clicks!
ArchanaPotdar says
Thanks, Maria.
Azlin Bloor says
I just love chia seeds any which way I can get them! And this chia pudding just looks amazing, Archana, especially with the saffron. I could have a whole huge bowl of it.
ArchanaPotdar says
Thanks, Azlin.
Swati says
You added the royal touch to this simple but so nutritious chia seed pudding.. I can have it not only for morning breakfast but also for dessert after my meals..
ArchanaPotdar says
Thanks, Swati.
Uma Srinivas says
Chia seed pudding is one of my favorite breakfasts! The addition of saffron to the pudding sounds even better! Will look forward to trying this soon 🙂
ArchanaPotdar says
Thanks, Uma.
Sandhya Ramakrishnan says
What a brilliant idea it is to use saffron for the chia seed pudding. I am so going to use some saffron next time. Such an easy recipe and definitely a healthier sweet tooth craving idea.
ArchanaPotdar says
Thanks, Sandhya.
Lata Lala says
Delicious to the core and packed with fibre and an easy breakfast recipe saffron-chia seed pudding is a must try recipe.
Breakfast gets boring sometimes, so this one would certainly perk up the mornings.
ArchanaPotdar says
Thanks, Lata.
Priya Srinivasan says
That’s a gorgeous looking dish arch! Love chia based dishes for its simplicity and versatility! This saffron chia pudding is super tempting! Wonderful flavors !
ArchanaPotdar says
😀 Thanks, Priya! It is one of those packets we had at BM meet.
Mina Joshi says
What a rich and creamy pudding with saffron and chia seeds. And so easy to make too. I love chia seeds so will definitely try your recipe soon.