Vegetable Khichdi
Vegetable Khichdi is a wholesome, nutritious dish made with rice, lentils, and seasonal vegetables, spiced mildly for a comforting and balanced meal. Perfect for any season, it's a one-pot meal that is light on the stomach yet filling.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup rice
- 1/4 cup yellow moong dal (split mung beans)
- 1/2 cup mixed vegetables (carrots, beans, peas, potatoes)
- 2 water
- 1 tablespoon ghee (optional: use oil for vegan)
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds
- A pinch of asafoetida (hing)
- 1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ginger (grated)
- 2 green chilies (optional, chopped)
- Salt to taste
- Coriander leaves (chopped, for garnish)
Instructions
- Wash rice and dal thoroughly.
- Soak them together for 10 minutes (optional).
- Chop vegetables into small pieces.
- Heat ghee in a pressure cooker or deep pan.
- Add cumin seeds, asafoetida, and grated ginger. Sauté briefly.
- Add Spices and Veggies: Stir in turmeric powder and vegetables.
- Cook for 2-3 minutes.
- Add rice, dal, salt, and water.
- Mix everything well.
- If using a pressure cooker, cook on medium heat for 2-3 whistles.
- If using a pan, cover and cook until the rice and dal are soft and mushy.
- Let the pressure release naturally.
- Garnish with coriander leaves and serve warm with yogurt, pickle, or papad.
Note
- Adjust the consistency by adding more or less water.
- Add garam masala or a dash of ghee for enhanced flavor.
- For a vegan version, replace ghee with oil.