Moong Dal Khichdi
Simple comforting yellow lentil and rice one-pot meal.
Ingredients
- ½ cup moong dal (yellow lentils)
- ½ cup rice
- 3–4 cups water (adjust for consistency)
- 1 tbsp ghee
- ½ tsp cumin seeds
- A pinch of hing (asafoetida)
- 1–2 green chilies, chopped (optional)
- ½ tsp turmeric powder
- Salt to taste
- Optional Add-ins:
- ½ inch grated ginger
- Chopped carrot, peas, or bottle gourd for added nutrition
- Extra ghee + papad or pickle while serving
Instructions
- Wash ' Soak
- Rinse dal and rice together until water runs clear. Soak for 15–20 minutes.
- Temper Gently
- In a pressure cooker or heavy pan, heat ghee.
- Add cumin, hing, and green chilies. Sauté lightly.
- Add the Base
- Add turmeric, drained dal-rice, and salt. Mix gently.
- Pour in water. Pressure cook for 3–4 whistles or simmer covered till soft.
- Adjust ' Serve
- Mash slightly if needed. Add water if too thick.
- Serve hot with ghee, curd, or your favorite pickle.