Instant Pot Khichdi (Indian Rice & Lentils)
Meeta Arora published this recipe on pipingpotcurry.com. SeeMeCook added nutrition.
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Moong Dal Khichdi, or Kitchari is a simple Indian comforting dish made with rice and lentils, tempered in ghee with cumin seeds and turmeric. It is a perfect comfort meal for weeknights or when someone is under the weather.
- Time
- 30 minutes
- Equipment
- 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
Steps
Add basmati rice and moong dal to a bowl and rinse with water a few times till the water runs clear.
Heat the instant pot in sauté mode and add ghee in it.
Add cumin seeds and asafoetida to the ghee.
When the cumin seeds start to sizzle, add the rinsed rice, moong dal, and 4 cups of water.
Add the salt and turmeric powder. Give it a stir.
Close the lid with the vent in the sealing position.
Change the instant pot setting to manual or pressure cook mode at high pressure for 6 minutes.
When the instant pot beeps, let the pressure release naturally (NPR).
Open the lid and serve in bowls topped with a dollop of ghee, along with a side of papad and pickle.
Notes
Consistency: Khichdi typically has a porridge-like consistency. If you like a dry or less mushy consistency, reduce water to 3 cups. Storage: Store leftovers for up to 2-3 days in the refrigerator in an airtight container. Reheating: Khichdi dries out when stored. Add a couple of tablespoons of water per serving before reheating in the microwave (1-2 minutes) or on the stovetop. Variations: You can add grated ginger, green chili peppers, or frozen vegetables along with the rice and dal. To make it vegan, use plant-based oil or vegan butter instead of ghee.
Nutrition
These are estimates per serving, worked out from the ingredients.
- Calories
- 206
- Protein
- 8 g
- Carbs
- 34 g
- Fat
- 4 g
- Fiber
- 4 g
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