Elderly-Friendly Khichdi
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A soft, gentle, and nutritious South Asian rice and lentil porridge designed for easy digestion and comfort, ideal for seniors or those needing a mild meal.
- Time
- 30 minutes
- Equipment
- Stovetop and pressure cooker
- Good for
- Lunch or dinner
- Cuisine
- South Asian
- Contains
- Dairy
- Diet
- Vegetarian
Diet and allergen details are read from the ingredient names and are not certified.
Ingredients
- 95 g
- 50 g
- 710 g
- 1 g
- 5 g
- 120 g
Weights are estimates. Together, the ingredients weigh about 980 g before cooking, which is about 490 g per serving.
Steps
Rinse the rice and moong dal together under cold water until the water runs clear. Soak them in water for about 15-20 minutes, then drain.
In a pressure cooker or a heavy-bottomed pot, add the soaked rice, dal, 3 cups of water, turmeric powder, and a small pinch of salt.
If using a pressure cooker, cook for 3-4 whistles on medium heat until the mixture is very soft and mushy. If using a regular pot, bring to a boil, then cover and simmer on low heat for 20-25 minutes, adding more water if necessary to achieve a porridge-like consistency.
Once cooked, mash the khichdi slightly with the back of a spoon to ensure a soft texture that is easy to swallow.
Serve warm with a small dollop of ghee on top and a side of fresh dahi (yogurt) to aid digestion.
Notes
For elderly nutrition, focus on soft textures. Avoid adding hard spices (like whole peppercorns or cloves) or heavy frying. Steamed vegetables can be mashed into the khichdi for added vitamins.
Nutrition
These are estimates per serving, worked out from the ingredients.
- Calories
- 319
- Protein
- 13 g
- Carbs
- 56 g
- Fat
- 6 g
- Fiber
- 5 g
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