Overview
Sabudana khichdi (also spelled sabudana khichri) is an Indian dish prepared from soaked sabudana, or tapioca pearls. It is associated particularly with periods of religious fasting, and is commonly chosen as a meal when individuals observe vrat during Hindu occasions such as Shivratri and Navratri.
The dish is widely prepared across several Indian states, including Maharashtra, Karnataka, Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Gujarat and West Bengal. While its association with fasting traditions makes it especially popular on religious occasions, it is also consumed as a regular meal in many households.
Beyond home kitchens, sabudana khichdi has a strong presence as street food in major towns and cities such as Mumbai, Pune, Indore, Bhopal, Jaipur and Nagpur, where it is sold and eaten throughout the year. Its availability in these urban centres has helped the dish remain a familiar part of everyday Indian food culture, in addition to its ritual significance during fasts.
References
Adapted from the English Wikipedia article on Sabudana khichri.