quick meals – The Pinch of Masala

About the Recipe

Oats Khichdi is a nutritious twist on the classic Indian khichdi, using oats instead of rice. Packed with veggies, yellow moong dal, and basic Indian spices, it’s a wholesome, one-pot meal that’s easy, comforting, and ready in under 30 minutes.

Ideal for busy days, diet meals, or those looking to eat clean without compromising on flavor.

Healthy oats and moong dal khichdi cooked with vegetables, garnished with ghee and coriander.

Ingredients (Serves 2)

½ cup rolled or quick oats

¼ cup yellow moong dal, washed

½ cup chopped vegetables (carrot, beans, peas, capsicum, etc.)

1 small onion, finely chopped (optional)

½ tsp ginger, grated

1 green chili, chopped

½ tsp jeera (cumin seeds)

½ tsp mustard seeds (optional)

1 pinch hing

½ tsp turmeric

1 tbsp ghee or oil

Salt to taste

2½ to 3 cups water

Fresh coriander for garnish

How to Make Oats Khichdi (Step-by-Step)

1. Dry Roast the Oats (Optional)

Lightly roast oats in a pan for 2–3 mins till aromatic. This step adds texture and prevents mushiness. Set aside.

2. Prepare the Dal

Cook moong dal in 1 cup water until soft (pressure cook for 1–2 whistles or simmer for 10–12 mins).

3. Tempering & Veggies

1. In a pan or cooker, heat ghee. Add jeera, mustard seeds, and hing.

2. Add onion (if using), ginger, and green chili. Sauté till soft.

3. Add all chopped veggies, turmeric, and a pinch of salt. Sauté for 3–4 minutes.

4. Combine Oats + Dal

1. Add roasted oats and cooked moong dal to the pan.

2. Pour in 1½ to 2 cups more water (adjust for desired consistency).

3. Add salt, mix well, and let simmer for 5–7 minutes until oats and veggies are cooked.

5. Serve

Turn off heat and let it rest for 2 minutes. Garnish with coriander and serve warm.

Serving Suggestions

Pair with pickle, papad, or a dollop of curd

Add a drizzle of ghee or lemon juice before serving

Ideal for light dinners, breakfast, or post-illness recovery

Tips & Variations

Use steel-cut oats for more texture (adjust cooking time)

Add spinach, methi, or bottle gourd for added nutrition

Skip onion & garlic for a Satvik/Vrat version

Add pepper & ajwain for digestive-friendly khichdi

🍳 For Those “Bas Anda Hai” Kind of Days

We’ve all had those moments —
No meat. No mood. Just boiled eggs in the fridge and hunger knocking.

Enter Egg Masala:
The hero of lazy Sunday afternoons.
The savior of last-minute lunches.
The reason your rice and roti don’t feel lonely anymore.

It’s bold, spicy, and clings to the eggs like they were meant to be more than just breakfast.

🛒 What You’ll Need (Serves 3–4):

4–6 boiled eggs, peeled

2 medium onions, finely chopped

2 tomatoes, pureed or chopped

1 tsp ginger-garlic paste

1–2 green chilies, slit

1 tsp cumin seeds

½ tsp turmeric

1 tsp red chili powder

1½ tsp coriander powder

½ tsp garam masala

Salt to taste

2 tbsp oil

Fresh coriander, chopped

Optional: A dash of kasuri methi or cream to finish

🔥 How to Make It – Simple, Spicy, Satisfying

1. Prep the Eggs

Make tiny slits or poke holes in the boiled eggs with a fork (helps absorb masala).
You can lightly fry them in a tsp of oil + turmeric + chili powder for extra flavor.

2. Build the Masala Base

Heat oil. Add cumin. When it sizzles, add onions. Cook till golden.
Add ginger-garlic paste, green chilies. Sauté for a minute.
Now add tomatoes, turmeric, chili powder, coriander powder, salt.
Cook till oil separates and color deepens — this is your masala magic.

3. Bring the Anda In

Add the eggs, coat them well in the masala. Stir gently.

4. Curry It Up

Add ½ to 1 cup water depending on how thick you want the gravy.
Simmer 5–7 mins. Add garam masala (and kasuri methi or cream if using).
Garnish with coriander.

❤️ Why Anda Will Always Have a Place at the Table

It’s always there when you need it

It can go from basic to bold in one pan

It’s protein-packed but budget-friendly

Because Egg Masala never lets you down

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