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Simple Kichdi

A simple one pot meal with protein rich dal, combined with no over-the-top seasoning and some veggies. Tada... you got yourself a lovely kichdi! Have this with papad, pickle and curd.
Kichdi is always light on the tummy and that is what makes me stick to this recipe at least once every two weeks. You can add any combination of veggies in the kichdi!
Simple Kichdi
Ingredients:
1)Rice - 3/4 cup
2)Yellow Moong dal - 1/2 cup
3)Onion - 1(medium, chopped)
4)Tomato - 1(medium, chopped)
5)Green chilli - 2(slit)
6)Broad Beans - 5(chopped)
7)Carrot - 1(small, chopped)
8)Garlic - 5 pods(chopped)
9)Asafoetida - a pinch
10)Mustard seeds - 1/2 tsp
11)Cumin seeds - 1/2 tsp
12)Turmeric powder - 1/2 tsp
13)Ghee - 1.5 tsp
14)Salt -  to taste
15)Water - as required
Simple Kichdi
Preparation:
1)Soak rice and dal in water for 30 minutes.
2)Heat 1 tsp of ghee in a pan and add asafoetida, mustard and cumin seeds, let it splutter.
3)Add chopped garlic and slit green chilli, saute for couple of seconds.
4)Add chopped onions and salt, saute until the onion turns translucent.
5)Add chopped tomatoes, turmeric powder and mix well. Let it cook until done.
6)Now add chopped beans and carrot and saute well. Let it cook for couple of minutes.
7)Now add the rice and dal mixture and mix well.
8)Transfer the content to a pressure cooker and add enough water to get kichdi consistency.
Let it cook for 4 to 5 whistles.
9)Do add 0.5 tsp of ghee onto the kichdi and give it a stir at the end!

Comments

  1. sometimes i just craved for khichdi , you know after eating everything i like to have simple yet flavorful dish and nothing can bet khichdi.

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  2. I have never made kichdi though have had those my mum makes. Over here, we are more comfortable with fried rice. That said, you know me and my adventure for food,I am always intrigued by new discoveries of dishes. I think my other half will love this, certainly am gonna give a try to this combo of rice, dhal,veges and the rest for a delicious meal at home.

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    1. Oh I do know that you are a great foodie, just like me! Do try Nava, it is simple to make and subtle on the tummy!!

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  3. Oh nothing beats this classical dish. Amazing and flavourful :)
    www.merrytummy.blogspot.com

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  4. Who can say no to this delicious one pot meal I am loving every bite.

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    1. Yes Swathi, everybody likes this humble dish!!

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  5. looks so easy to prepare and delicious...mouthwatering!

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  6. You're making me miss home and Mom's food Pavithra.. Love khichdi.. It is the best comfort food.. Healthy and tasty too :-)

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  7. A very simple & delicious recipe.....beautiful presentation.
    shobha
    www.shobhapink.blogspot.in

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  8. Simple and satisfying one pot meal Pavithra! Adding vegetables give extra nutritions. Healthy recipe for Kids too.

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  9. very delicious and comforting kichidi :) tempting me !! First time here and happy to follow you , wud be glad if you follow me back :)

    Desi Fiesta

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