Khichdi (South Asian Rice and Lentils)

Khichdi is a popular dish in the Indian state of Gujarat, where many families prefer it as a dinner. There also exist many variations of it across India.

Easy
🍛 Indian

Servings

2

Ingredients
Everything you'll need to make this recipe
1

1 teacup rice

2

1 teacup dal (e.g. moong dhal, arhar dal or masoor dal or combination thereof)

3

Salt to taste

4

1 tsp turmeric powder

Instructions
Step-by-step guide to making this recipe
1

Wash rice and lentils and soak them for 10–15 minutes in water.

10–15 minutes

2

Add salt and turmeric powder.

3

Pressure cook with 3–4 cups of water.

4

After the first whistle, reduce the heat and cook for 4–5 more minutes.

5

Allow to cool. Serve with ghee or buttermilk.