Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
1 cup

Green Moong Dal (Whole)

soaked

1 pinch

Salt

to taste

1 unit

Cinnamon Stick (Dalchini)

1 tsp

Cumin seeds (Jeera)

1 unit

Cardamom (Elaichi) Pods/Seeds

3 tbsp

Ghee

1 unit

Onion

chopped

0.5 cup

Fresh coconut

freshly grated

1 cup

Rice

soaked

10 unit

Cashew nuts

toasted

4 unit

Cloves (Laung)

Step 1
~5 min

Soak the green moong dal and rice in 4-1/2 cups of water for 30 minutes.

Step 2
~5 min

Heat ghee in a pressure cooker.

Step 3
~5 min

Add cumin seeds, cinnamon stick, cardamom pods, and cloves; stir-fry until they splutter.

Step 4
~5 min

Add chopped onions and saute until translucent.

Step 5
~5 min

Add rice and green moong dal along with the soaking water to the pressure cooker.

Step 6
~5 min

Sprinkle salt and stir.

Step 7
~5 min

Cover and cook for 5-6 whistles, then turn off the heat.

Step 8
~5 min

Allow the pressure to release naturally.

Step 9
~5 min

Heat ghee in a saucepan.

Step 10
~5 min

Toast cashew nuts until lightly golden brown.

Step 11
~5 min

Stir in cumin seeds and allow them to crackle. Turn off the heat.

Step 12
~5 min

Open the pressure cooker lid and mix in grated coconut and toasted cashew tadka.

Step 13
~5 min

Transfer the Khichdi to a serving bowl and serve hot.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust spice levels to your preference.

Soaking the dal and rice beforehand makes for a softer khichdi.

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 and reheated.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Medium (Pressure Cooker Whistles)
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve hot with raita and papad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Raita
Papad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

India

Cultural Significance

Comfort food; often prepared during festivals or for unwell individuals.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Diwali
Holi

Occasion Tags

Weeknight Dinner
Family Meal
Potluck

Popularity Score

65/100

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