How To Make Desi Gujarati Khichdi

 


Khichdi is a popular dish in Indian cuisine, made with rice and lentils or split mung beans. It is a simple and nutritious dish that is easy to make. Here's a recipe for basic Khichdi:

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup basmati rice
  • 1 cup split mung beans (or any other lentil)
  • 3 cups water
  • 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
  • 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 2 tablespoons ghee (clarified butter) or oil
  • Salt to taste
  • Optional: chopped vegetables like carrots, peas, and potatoes

Instructions:

  1. Rinse the rice and lentils thoroughly and soak them in water for 30 minutes.
  2. Heat ghee or oil in a pressure cooker or a pot.
  3. Add cumin and mustard seeds and let them splutter.
  4. Add the soaked rice and lentils, turmeric powder, salt, and 3 cups of water (or enough to cover the rice and lentils).
  5. Stir well and add chopped vegetables if using.
  6. Close the pressure cooker or pot and cook on medium heat until you hear 2 whistles in the pressure cooker (or cook for 15-20 minutes in a pot).
  7. Turn off the heat and let the pressure release naturally.
  8. Open the cooker or pot and mix the Khichdi well.
  9. Serve hot with yogurt, pickle, or any side dish of your choice.

Enjoy your warm and comforting Khichdi!



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