Bengali Khichuri
This recipe is a celebration of the Bengali cuisine, bringing to your palate the nostalgia of grandmom’s kitchen. Spice-up your mid-week slump with this dainty Bengali Khichuri. The combination of dal and rice makes it a wholesome meal on its own, with only 170 Calories per bowl. A generous splash of tempering uplifts the simple khichuri and tantalizes the taste buds. It’s comforting, soulful and epitomizes home-style cooking. All the ingredients are commonly available and it’s a one-bowl fuss-free meal. The best part, it’s very flexible, and you can be creative with the veggies you want to add. Also, it’s vegan-friendly, gluten-free and super nutritious. In a nutshell, it’s a comforting, tasty and healthy meal on a bowl!
Recipe:
Ingredients:
1. Moong Dal – 1/2 cup
2. Basmati Rice – 1/2 cup
3. Mixed Vegetables (Peas, Carrots, Potatoes, Beans) – 1 cup
4. Turmeric – 1/2 tsp
5. Red Chili Powder – 1/2 tsp
6. Salt – As per taste
7. Mustard Oil – 2 Tsp
8. Cumin Seeds – 1/2 tsp
9. Clove – 2
10. Green Cardamom – 2
11. Cinnamon Stick – 1
12. Bay Leaf – 2
13. Ginger – 1 tsp, grated
14. Water – 4 cups
Steps:
1. Dry roast the moong dal until slightly brown and aromatic. Wash it along with rice and keep aside.
2. In a pan, add oil and temper it with cumin seeds, clove, cardamom, cinnamon, and bay leaf.
3. Add the grated ginger and mixed veggies. Sauté until slightly cooked.
4. Add the roasted dal and rice to the pan. Saute for another 2-3 minutes.
5. Add turmeric, chili powder, and salt. Mix well.
6. Add 4 cups of water and pressure cook it for 3-4 whistles or until cooked.
7. Once depressurized, mix the khichuri well and serve hot.
Now, get cooking and revamp your simple weeknight meals with this humble yet toothsome Bengali khichuri. You will love every spoonful of it. Happy cooking!
