About
Dal Khichdi is an Indian dish made with rice and lentils. It is a comfort food that is often served with curd, raita or pickles. It is a nutritious and filling meal that is easy to make and can be enjoyed by people of all ages. The dish is made by cooking rice and lentils together in a pressure cooker or pot with spices and vegetables. It is usually served with a dollop of ghee or clarified butter. Dal Khichdi is a great source of protein, fiber, and other essential nutrients.
Macronutrients Breakdown
Proteins
3.3
Fats
14.1
Carbs
2.1
Fibre
1.3
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Recipe
Ingredients
split yellow lentils (toor dal)
1 cup
white basmati rice
1 cup
cumin seeds
1 teaspoon
mustard seeds
1 teaspoon
turmeric powder
1 teaspoon
red chilli powder
1 teaspoon
garam masala
1 teaspoon
coriander powder
1 teaspoon
asafoetida (hing)
1 teaspoon
ghee
2 tablespoons
oil
2 tablespoons
ginger
1 teaspoon
garlic paste
green chillies, chopped
2
onion, chopped
1
tomato, chopped
1
water
2 cups
Salt to taste
Fresh coriander leaves, chopped
Directions
Step 1:
Wash and soak the lentils and rice in water for 15 minutes.
Step 2:
Heat the ghee and oil in a pressure cooker.
Step 3:
Add the cumin and mustard seeds and let them crackle.
Step 4:
Add the asafoetida, ginger-garlic paste, green chillies, onion and tomato and sauté for a few minutes.
Step 5:
Add the turmeric powder, red chilli powder, garam masala and coriander powder and sauté for a few more minutes.
Step 6:
Add the soaked lentils and rice and mix well.
Step 7:
Add the water and salt and mix well.
Step 8:
Close the lid of the pressure cooker and cook for 3-4 whistles.
Step 9:
Once the pressure is released, open the lid and fluff the dal khichdi with a fork.
Step 10:
Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and serve hot.
Did you know?
How many users have tracked it?
We've got some serious foodies in our community! 54158 users have chowed down on Dal Khichdi a whopping 94803 times.
Where was it consumed the most?
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When was it eaten the most?
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Who preferred this food the most?
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How many users have tracked it?
We've got some serious foodies in our community! 54158 users have chowed down on Dal Khichdi a whopping 94803 times.
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