Khichdi Recipe | Rice and Moong dal | Dal Khichdi | Simple and Healthy Khichdi Recipe

ghee

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Olive oil offers a healthier fat option while vegetable oil is often more affordable.

basmati rice

🥗Healthier: brown rice

💰Cheaper: regular white rice

Brown rice adds fiber and nutrients, while regular white rice is usually less expensive.

green chilies

🥗Healthier: bell peppers

💰Cheaper: jalapeños

Bell peppers provide sweetness and color without heat, while jalapeños are often cheaper.

turmeric

🥗Healthier: curcumin supplements

💰Cheaper: saffron

Curcumin supplements can provide similar benefits, while saffron is a more luxurious alternative.

Rinse rice and lentils under cold water until the water runs clear.

Heat ghee in a pot over medium heat until melted.

Add cumin seeds and bay leaf, cooking until fragrant, about 30 seconds.

Stir in ginger, garlic, and green chilies; sauté for 1-2 minutes until softened.

Add rinsed rice and lentils to the pot, stirring to coat in the ghee.

Mix in turmeric and salt, ensuring even distribution.

Pour in water, bringing the mixture to a boil.

Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20-25 minutes until rice and lentils are tender.

Stir in chopped vegetables, cooking for an additional 5-10 minutes until heated through.

Remove from heat and let sit covered for 5 minutes before serving.

Fluff with a fork and serve hot.

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