Vegetable Khichdi

Vegetable Khichdi is a simple, nourishing Indian preparation made with soft-cooked moong dal and rice and an aromatic ghee tempering. This homemade version is prepared for four servings and uses familiar Indian ingredients. The method is simple. Cook patiently and watch the colour, aroma, and texture as the dish comes together. Ghee gives the recipe a warm aroma and a rich homemade taste wherever it suits the dish. Serve hot with steamed rice, multigrain roti, and a small spoon of ghee. Making this recipe at home is a pleasant experience, especially when the fresh aroma fills the kitchen. Please do try this recipe and share your feedback using the comment box below.

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Vegetable Khichdi

Author: Ambarish Joglekar Cooking Method: Pressure Cooking, Simmering, Tempering Cuisine: Indian Courses: Main Course Recipe Keys: F Four servings I Indian recipe V Vegetable Khichdi

Difficulty: Beginner Total Time 55 mins

Calories: 330

Description

A simple, nourishing Indian preparation made with soft-cooked moong dal and rice and an aromatic ghee tempering.

Ingredients:

Servings

• 1 cup yellow moong dal and 1 cup rice
• 6 cups water
• 3 cups mixed carrots
• peas
• beans
• and potato
• 1 medium tomato chopped
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons ghee
• 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
• 1 tablespoon ginger-garlic
• 1 teaspoon grated ginger and a pinch of asafoetida
• 2 tablespoons chopped coriander

Instructions

1. Rinse the moong dal and rice well and soak it if required.
2. Add rinsed moong dal, rice, vegetables, water, tomato, turmeric, and salt to a pressure cooker. Cook until soft.
3. Whisk or mash lightly so the dal becomes even but still has a little texture.
4. Heat the ghee in a small pan. Add the tempering spices and let them crackle.
5. Add ginger-garlic and the extra tempering ingredients. Cook until aromatic without burning.
6. Pour the hot tempering over the dal and mix well.
7. Pour the ghee tempering over the khichdi, mix gently, and adjust with hot water if you prefer a softer texture..

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 330kcal

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