Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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2
servings
0.5 cup

Masoor Dal (Whole)

soaked

0.5 tsp

Turmeric powder

2 unit

Cardamom Pods/Seeds

crushed

2 unit

Green Chillies

2 unit

Bay leaf

1 tsp

Salt

to taste

1 unit

Cinnamon Stick

2 cup

Spinach Leaves

roughly chopped

1 cup

Rice

soaked

2 unit

Tomatoes

chopped

0.25 tsp

Asafoetida

2 tbsp

Ghee

1 tsp

Panch Phoran Masala

2 inch

Ginger

chopped

Step 1
~7 min

Clean and wash the rice and masoor dal, then soak for 15 minutes.

Step 2
~7 min

Wash the spinach leaves and blend into a puree without adding extra water.

Step 3
~7 min

Set the spinach puree aside.

Step 4
~7 min

Heat ghee in a pressure cooker.

Step 5
~7 min

Add bay leaf, cinnamon stick, cardamom, and asafoetida to the hot ghee and sauté for 20 seconds.

Step 6
~7 min

Add chopped tomatoes and green chillies and cook until the tomatoes soften and become mushy.

Step 7
~7 min

Add chopped ginger, turmeric powder, and panch phoran masala.

Step 8
~7 min

Add the soaked rice, masoor dal, spinach puree, salt, and 3 cups of water.

Step 9
~7 min

Pressure cook for 4 to 5 whistles and turn off the heat.

Step 10
~7 min

Once done, top with a tablespoon of ghee before serving.

Step 11
~7 min

Serve hot with Gujarati Kadhi or Boondi Raita and Papad.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of water based on your desired consistency.

For a richer flavor, use homemade ghee.

Garnish with fresh coriander leaves before serving.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 mins

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made a day ahead.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Moderate
Noise Level
Moderate
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

With Gujarati Kadhi

With Boondi Raita

With Papad

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Gujarati Kadhi
Boondi Raita
Papad
Pickle

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

India

Cultural Significance

Khichdi is a comfort food in India, often associated with health and simple living.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Makar Sankranti

Occasion Tags

Weeknight Dinner
Comfort Food
Quick Meal

Popularity Score

65/100

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