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Dal Khichdi

Cultural Context

Dal Khichdi is a comforting one-pot meal popular across India, often served during festivals and as a staple in many households. It symbolizes simplicity and nourishment, combining rice and lentils with spices and vegetables for a wholesome dish. In modern times, khichdi has gained recognition as a health food, embraced for its ease of preparation and digestibility, making it a favorite among those seeking a nutritious meal.

IndianINmain
45 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
Basmati Rice - 1/2 Cup
Moong Dal - 1/2 Cup
Water
Salt - 1 Tsp
Turmeric Powder - 1/2 Tsp
Oil - 1 Tbsp
Ghee - 1 Tbsp
Cumin Seeds - 1 Tsp
Bay Leaf
Cinnamon
Chopped Ginger
Chopped Garlic
Green Chilli - 1 No.
Onion - 1 No.
Tomato - 1 No.
Chilli Powder - 1 Tsp
Cumin Powder - 1/2 Tsp
Coriander Powder - 1/2 Tsp
Hing / Asafoetida - 1/4 Tsp
Garam Masala - 1/2 Tsp
Coriander Leaves

ghee

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: butter

Olive oil is lower in saturated fat.

green chili

🥗Healthier: bell pepper

💰Cheaper: jalapeño

Bell pepper adds sweetness without heat.

vegetables

🥗Healthier: spinach

💰Cheaper: frozen mixed vegetables

Frozen vegetables are convenient and cost-effective.

cilantro

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: green onions

Parsley provides a similar freshness.

1

Wash and soak rice in a bowl for 30 mins.

2

Wash and soak moong dal in a bowl for 30 mins.

3

After 30 mins, transfer the soaked rice and dal to a pressure cooker. Add water, salt and turmeric.

4

Cook the dal and rice for 3-4 whistles on a medium flame and keep it aside.

5

Take oil and ghee in a pan.

6

Add cumin seeds, cinnamon, bay leaf and saute. Add chopped ginger and garlic, saute.

7

Add in the chopped green chillies and onions. Saute until they are slightly brown.

8

Then add in the tomatoes and cook for a min.

9

Add salt, red chilli powder, coriander powder, cumin powder, hing and garam masala. Mix well.

10

Add in the cooked rice and dal mixture. Mix it all again.

11

Finally, add some ghee and chopped coriander leaves.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingpressure cooking

Equipment Needed

pressure cookerpanspatulameasuring cupsknifecutting board

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

gluten

Also Known As

KhichdiKichdi

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