Dal and Vegetable Khichdi
This one-bowl Dal and Vegetable Khichdi is an ultimate comfort food, packed with nourishment and flavor, cooked with lentils and vegetables. It’s a harmonious combination of various tastes, capable of giving you a fulfilled feeling with just a small portion size. It’s a perfect dish for those maintaining a low calorie diet as it’s packed with protein while being light on the stomach. The Khichdi is very easy to prepare and can be done in less than 30 minutes, making it suitable for quick meals and those busy weekdays. The usage of common kitchen ingredients ensures that you don’t have to run to the grocery store to make this wholesome meal. Enjoy serving this one-bowl dish as a sumptuous meal!
Recipe:
Serves: 2
Calories: approximately 150 calories per serving
Ingredients:
1/4 cup rice
1/4 cup moong dal (split green gram)
2 cups of chopped mixed vegetables (carrots, peas, beans)
1 teaspoon turmeric powder
Salt to taste
1 tablespoon oil
A pinch of asafoetida
1 teaspoon cumin seeds
1 teaspoon ginger paste
2 green chilies (optional)
2 cups water
Instructions:
1. Rinse the moong dal and rice together under running water until water runs clear.
2. Heat oil in a pressure cooker. Add cumin, asafoetida, ginger paste, and green chilies. Sauté until the raw smell goes away.
3. Add the chopped vegetables, turmeric powder, and salt. Mix well.
4. Add the rinsed rice and dal to the cooker. Stir well so that everything is well combined.
5. Add in the water and give a nice stir.
6. Close the lid of the pressure cooker and cook on medium flame for 3-4 whistles.
7. Let the pressure release naturally. Once released, open the cooker and gently fluff the khichdi with a fork.
8. Your delicious and healthy Dal and Vegetable Khichdi is ready to serve hot.
P.S. Remember, the consistency of the khichdi can be adjusted according to your preference by altering the amount of water.
