Easy Dal Khichdi Recipe
Dal Khichdi is a simple, comforting, and nutritious one-pot meal made with lentils, rice, and aromatic spices. Perfect for a wholesome and light meal, it's easy to digest and packed with flavors.
Ingredients
- 1 cup rice
- ½ cup moong dal (yellow lentils)
- 1 tbsp ghee or oil
- 1 tsp cumin seeds
- 1 green chili (optional, chopped)
- 1 small onion (finely chopped)
- 1 small tomato (chopped)
- ½ tsp turmeric powder
- ½ tsp salt (adjust to taste)
- 4 cups water (adjust for consistency)
- ½ tsp garam masala (optional)
- Fresh coriander leaves for garnish
- 1 tsp lemon juice (optional)
Instructions
- Wash & Soak: Rinse rice and dal thoroughly and soak for 15 minutes.
- Sauté Aromatics: Heat ghee in a pressure cooker or pot, add cumin seeds, and let them splutter. Add onions and sauté until golden.
- Cook Tomatoes & Spices: Add chopped tomatoes, turmeric, and salt. Cook until tomatoes are soft.
- Add Rice & Dal: Drain and add the soaked rice and dal to the pot. Stir well.
- Add Water & Cook: Pour in 4 cups of water, mix well, and pressure cook for 3-4 whistles (or cook in a regular pot until soft and mushy).
- Final Touch: Open the lid, mash slightly for a creamy texture, and add garam masala and lemon juice if desired.
- Garnish & Serve: Sprinkle fresh coriander leaves and serve hot with ghee, yogurt, or pickles.
Notes
- Adjust the water to achieve your preferred consistency – thicker for a porridge-like texture or thinner for a soup-like version.
- You can add vegetables like carrots, peas, or beans for extra nutrition.