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Easy 1 hr 41 min~230 kcal 8/10
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Khichdi
Rice and moong dal soften with turmeric, cumin, ginger, and oil into India's gentle one-pot comfort meal.
Easy⏱️ 30 min📖 1 min readServes 4~310 kcal🇮🇳 Indian🌍 Full translation
10 min prep 20 min cook
- #One-Pot
- #Under 30 min
- Vegetarian
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Timeline
Total 30 min- Prep10 min
- Cooking20 min
Ingredients
4 servings
Quick:
- 1 glass(~200 ml) Basmati rice
- 0.8 glass(~160 ml) Moong dal
- 2 tbsp(~30 ml) Vegetable oil
- 1 tsp(~5 ml) Cumin seeds
- 1 dessert spoon(~10 ml) Fresh ginger
- 0.5 tsp(~2.5 ml) Turmeric
- 1 pcs Tomato
- 4.5 glass(~900 ml) Water
- 1 dessert spoon(~10 ml) Salt
- 0.3 bunch Cilantro
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Instructions
- 1
Rinse the rice and moong dal until the water runs clear, then drain.
- 2
Heat the oil in a pot and stir the cumin seeds for 45 seconds, until fragrant.
45 sec00:45 - 3
Add the ginger, turmeric, and chopped tomato, and cook for 3 minutes.
3 min03:00 - 4
Add the rice, dal, water, and salt, and stir.
- 5
Cook the rice and dal mixture with the lid slightly ajar for 18 minutes, until soft.
18 min18:00 - 6
If the grains have thickened too much, loosen them with a little hot water.
- 7
Serve hot with cilantro.
💡 Tip: Rinsing the rice and dal until the water runs clear keeps the khichdi clean-tasting and light.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve hot with pickles, lime wedges, and fresh cilantro.
Nutrition (per serving)
~310
kcal calories
12
g protein
52
g carbs
7
g fat
Protein 15%Carbs 65%Fat 20%
GI 34 · Low GIGL 18 · Medium GL
Approximate values, derived from ingredient amounts using USDA FoodData Central and TÜBİTAK Turkish Food Composition Database. Actual values can vary by roughly ±20% depending on cooking method, brand, and portion size. For diet or medical conditions, consult a dietitian or doctor.
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FAQ
How many servings does Khichdi make?
This recipe serves 4.How long does Khichdi take?
Prep 10 minutes, cooking 20 minutes; 30 minutes in total.Is Khichdi difficult?
This recipe is rated easy.How many calories does Khichdi have?
Approximately 310 kcal per serving. Protein: 12g, carbs: 52g, fat: 7g.Is Khichdi allergen-free?
Our algorithm flagged this recipe as free of common allergens. Still, check the ingredient list yourself.Which cuisine does Khichdi belong to?
This recipe belongs to Indian cuisine.How many ingredients does Khichdi need?
This recipe needs 10 ingredients.
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