Ramzan Nombu Kanji Recipe (2024)

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Ramzan Nombu Kanji Recipe with step by step pictures. This is a porridge made during the ramzan season to break the fasting in the evening.

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Ramzan Nombu Kanji

This recipe have been requested many times in my blog starting from last year. Finally i decided to make it this year and made it couple days back. It turned out so delicious and loved it to the core..

Check out my list ofComplete Ramadan Recipes..

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Ingredients for Ramzan Nombu Kanji

  • Raw Rice / Pacharisi - 1 cup
  • Split Yellow Moong Dal - ¼ cup ( I used masoor dal)
  • Chicken - 300 grams boneless, chopped finely
  • Onion - 1 medium size chopped finely
  • Green Chillies - 4 chopped
  • Ginger Garlic Paste - 2 tbsp
  • Capsicum / Bell Peppers - ½ chopped finely
  • Carrot - 1 large chopped finely
  • Peas - 1 cup ( I used frozen)
  • Tomatoes - 2 large chopped finely
  • Mint Leaves - ¼ cup finely chopped
  • Coriander leaves - ¼ cup finely chopped
  • Cumin Powder/ Jeera Podi - 2 tsp
  • Chilli Powder - 1 tsp or to taste
  • Turmeric Powder / Manjal Podi - ½ tsp
  • Garam Masala Powder - 2 tsp
  • Coconut - ½ cup grated
  • Thick Coconut Milk - 1 cup
  • Water - 5 cups
  • Salt to taste

For Seasoning:

  • Ghee - 2 tbsp
  • Cinnamon / Pattai - 2 cm piece
  • Bay Leaf - 1
  • Cardamom / Yelakai - 3 crushed
  • Cloves / Krambu - 3
  • Mace / Jathipathri - 2
  • Star Anise - 1

Actually i made it as a nonveg version, but you can easily make it complete vegetarian by skipping the chicken part alone. It still taste good.

Hope you will give this a try and let me know how it turns out for you..

How to Make Ramzan Nombu Kanji

  1. Wash and soak rice and dal for 30 mins. Drain and set aside.
  2. Heat ghee in a pressure cooker, add in seasoning ingredients and mix well for a min.
  3. Add in onions, chillies and salt. Saute for 2 to 3 mins.
  4. Now add in ginger garlic paste and cook till raw smell leaves from it.
  5. Add in the spice powders and mix well.
  6. Now add in the veggies and tomatoes. Mix well in the masala.
  7. Add in coriander and mint leaves.
  8. Then add in chicken, coconut and mix well.
  9. Add in the rice and dal and toss well.
  10. Pour in water and mix well. Bring it to a boil and simmer the flame and cook for 4 whistle.
  11. Simmer the pot for 15 mins. Turn off the heat and let the steam go all by itself.
  12. Now open the cooker, the rice must be completely mushed up.
  13. Now add in coconut milk and more water as needed. Mix well and simmer for a min.
  14. Serve hot.

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Ramzan Nombu Kanji Recipe

Ramzan Nombu Kanji Recipe with step by step pictures. This is a porridge made during the ramadan season to break the fasting in the evening.

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Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 45 minutes minutes

soaking time: 30 minutes minutes

Total Time: 1 hour hour 30 minutes minutes

Servings: 4 servings

Calories: 216kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 cup Raw Rice / Pacharisi
  • ¼ cup Split Yellow Moong Dal I used masoor dal
  • 300 grams boneless Chicken chopped finely
  • 1 medium size Onion chopped finely
  • 4 chopped Green Chillies
  • 2 tbsp Ginger Garlic Paste
  • ½ chopped finely Capsicum / Bell Peppers
  • 1 large chopped finely Carrot
  • 1 cup Peas I used frozen
  • 2 large Tomatoes chopped finely
  • ¼ cup Mint Leaves finely chopped
  • ¼ cup Coriander leaves finely chopped
  • 2 tsp Cumin Powder/ Jeera Podi
  • 1 tsp or to taste Chilli Powder
  • ½ tsp Turmeric Powder / Manjal Podi
  • 2 tsp Garam Masala Powder
  • ½ cup grated Coconut
  • 1 cup Thick Coconut Milk
  • 5 cups Water
  • Salt to taste
  • For Seasoning:
  • 2 tbsp Ghee
  • 2 cm piece Cinnamon / Pattai
  • 1 Bay Leaf
  • 3 crushed Cardamom / Yelakai
  • 3 Cloves / Krambu
  • 2 Mace / Jathipathri
  • 1 Star Anise

Instructions

  • Wash and soak rice and dal for 30 mins. Drain and set aside.

  • Heat ghee in a pressure cooker, add in seasoning ingredients and mix well for a min.

  • Add in onions, chillies and salt. Saute for 2 to 3 mins.

  • Now add in ginger garlic paste and cook till raw smell leaves from it.

  • Add in the spice powders and mix well.

  • Now add in the veggies and tomatoes. Mix well in the masala.

  • Add in coriander and mint leaves.

  • Then add in chicken, coconut and mix well.

  • Add in the rice and dal and toss well.

  • Pour in water and mix well. Bring it to a boil and simmer the flame and cook for 4 whistle.

  • Simmer the pot for 15 mins. Turn off the heat and let the steam go all by itself.

  • Now open the cooker, the rice must be completely mushed up.

  • Now add in coconut milk and more water as needed. Mix well and simmer for a min.

  • Serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 216kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 19mg | Sodium: 27mg | Potassium: 150mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 305IU | Vitamin C: 15mg | Calcium: 28mg | Iron: 1mg

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Ramzan Nombu Kanji Recipe Step by Step

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Take all your ingredients
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take your boneless chicken and chop it finely
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Take raw rice and dal in a bowl
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wash them well and soak for 30 mins
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drain them and set aside
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heat oil in a pressure cooker
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Add in seasoning ingredients
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saute them for a min
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add in onions and chillies
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add in salt
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saute till it turns translucent
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add in ginger garlic paste
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saute for a min till raw smell leaves from it
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add in the spice powders
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add in veggies and tomatoes
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mint and coriander leaves
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add in the peas
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mix well
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add in chicken
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and some coconut
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mix well
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add in the rice and dal
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toss well
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pour in water
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mix well, bring it to boil and pressure cook
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Now it is cooked, it will look a little soupy
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just like this, you see the rice is cooked well
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add in coconut milk
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simmer for few more mins
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Serve

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    Why your blog changed??I liked the previous setup!!

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    Yes previous set up was better than this....:(

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    I liked your earlier blog this is kinda difficult to view. If possible plz change it.thanks for the wonderful receipies you've made me a good cook 🙂

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    Hi ! Aarthi!!
    Such a lovely recipe of non-veg dal khichadi !!A must try on a rainy day !!

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    Hi !! Aarthi !!Such a lovely recipe of non-veg dal khichadi!!A must try on a rainy day with papad and raita !!

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    Can I use yogurt instead of coconut milk ? Please advise.

    Thank you

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    Instead of coconut milk can I use yogurt to thicken it ?

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    @Anonymousno i dont think it will work. coconut milk is main

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    @Rachel Neveditai have some problem with my mobile version, so i have changed it to this. please bare with me..

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Ramzan Nombu Kanji Recipe (2024)

FAQs

What is Nombu Kanji made of? ›

Nombu kanji (Tamil: நோன்பு கஞ்சி) is a porridge of moong dal, rice, and coconut milk originating from Kayalpatinam, Tamil Nadu, India. & Nagapatinam(Thirupoondi) Usually it is prepared during the holy month of Ramadan when Muslims fast for 30 days.

Is Nombu Kanji good for weight loss? ›

Yes Nombu Kanji is more nutritious and healthy as it has rice, dal and vegetables cooked in coconut milk seasoned with spices and herbs. Nombu Kanji is consumed to break the fast, it is more like soupy porridge consistency so that its easily digestible.

What are the benefits of Nombu kanji for Ramadan? ›

The Benefits

A hydrating dish for those who have been fasting, nombu kanji is a balanced meal with its blend of healthy carbs, fiber, and amino acids from rice and lentils. The coconut milk in the dish provides vital MCTs (medium chain triglycerides) and balances gut bacteria.

How to make nombu kanji in Tamil? ›

How to Make Nombu Kanji
  1. Grind raw rice and moong dal to a coarse mixture.
  2. Heat oil in a pan and add fenugreek seeds, clove, cardamom, cinnamon, chillies along with onion and ginger-garlic paste. ...
  3. Now add tomato and carrot along with turmeric powder, garam masala powder and required salt.

What is the main ingredient in kanji? ›

Kanji is a fermented drink primarily made from mainly black carrots, mustard seeds, and water. Originating from the northern regions of India, it has been a traditional beverage during festivals, especially Holi.

What is the best time to drink kanji? ›

Q1: What is the best and most suitable time to drink beetroot kanji? The best time to drink beetroot Kanji is in the morning. This regenerative drink can play a pivotal role in boosting your energy levels if you go about your day after having this in the morning.

How to reduce belly fat in Ramzan? ›

Weight Loss Tips in Ramadan
  1. Fibre-Rich Foods in Suhoor. ...
  2. Drink Water and Nothing Else! ...
  3. The Power of Protein. ...
  4. Increase your Walking Period. ...
  5. Eat a Balanced Diet to Lose Weight during Ramadan. ...
  6. Intermittent Fasting and Exercise. ...
  7. Making Mindful Choices. ...
  8. Stay Away from Fat, Sugar, and Salt.
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Can we eat kanji at night? ›

Hence having a small portion, such as half a glass of ragi malt or ragi kanji at night can help treat insomnia and other issues of low moods. Keep in mind to consume it at least 2 – 3 hours before going to bed, to allow for the ragi components to metabolize and release energy.

How to lose 10 pounds in Ramadan? ›

Ramadan Weight-loss Tips:
  1. Keep Walking when you can! ...
  2. Quantity & quality of a meal counts! ...
  3. Combine your exercise with a sensible diet! ...
  4. Get fit before Ramadan! ...
  5. Be a sport: Choose a sport! ...
  6. A balanced diet is a huge plus! ...
  7. Limit Sugar Intake.

What is kanji called in English? ›

kanji, in the Japanese writing system, ideograms (or characters) adapted from Chinese characters. Kanji constitute one of the two systems used to write the Japanese language, the other being the two indigenous kana syllabaries (hiragana and katakana). Japanese: “Chinese character”

Should you sleep after sahur? ›

From a medical perspective, sleeping right after suhoor can have adverse effects on the body, especially if there is no gap between eating and sleeping. The food eaten during suhoor typically goes into the stomach, where it is then digested into nutrients that the body can absorb and use as energy.

When should I stop eating sahur? ›

Most scholars agree that suhoor can be eaten until the beginning of the 'first light' of dawn which is up until the point that sunlight first becomes visible. Suhoor is eaten before Fajr time.

What is the other name of Nombu kanji? ›

Muslims of south India especially Tamil Muslim, Mappila and Beary prepare special congee during Ramadhan called nombu kanj (lit. 'fasting porridge'). This is prepared by adding spices like turmeric, dry ginger, pepper, onion, and coconut paste to the congee.

Why is my kanji not sour? ›

Once the drink starts tasting sour(it usually may start on 3 rd day) which indicates that the kanji is ready to be served. If it is not sour continue to keep for a day or more. The fermentation process differ from place to place based on the climatic conditions of the place.

Is kanji good for breakfast? ›

Sathu Maavu Kanji or Koozh is one of the nutritious breakfast you can have especially best for growing kids. You can make it as koozh to a even more thick spoonable consitency or as a slightly runny kanji as I've shown here or as per your preference.

What is kanji drink made of? ›

Kanji is made with water, black carrots, beetroot, mustard seeds and heeng. It may be served with boondi sprinkled on top. Nutritionally, kanji is high in antioxidants.

What is iftar made of? ›

Iftar as a meal in Pakistan is usually heavy, consisting mainly of sweet and savoury treats such as jalebi (pretzel-shaped, deep-fried batter, soaked in sugar syrup), samosas(minced meat and/or vegetables, wrapped in dough and deep-fried or baked), pakora (sliced vegetables, dipped in batter and deep-fried) with ...

What is Japanese kanji made of? ›

Kanji (漢字), one of the three scripts used in the Japanese language, are Chinese characters, which were first introduced to Japan in the 5th century via the Korean peninsula. Kanji are ideograms, i.e. each character has its own meaning and corresponds to a word. By combining characters, more words can be created.

What is rice kanji made of? ›

The main ingredient involved in making this dish are torani (Malayalam: തോരാണി) also known as "peja torani" (Odia: ପେଜ ତୋରାଣି) which is the rice water extracted after boiling rice, left for few days to ferment until it develops sour flavors. Optionally a piece of Ambula (Odia: ଆମ୍ବୂଲ) can be added to it.

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