Khatti Meethi Palak Khichdi Recipe

Step 1: To begin making the Khatti Meethi Palak Khichdi first prep all the ingredients and keep them ready

Step 2: We will cook the palak separately and then add it to the khichdi

Step 3: This will help retain the nutrition and the fresh green colour of the palak

Step 4: Add the chopped palak into the pressure cooker, add 2 tablespoons of water, cover the pressure cooker and cook until you hear 2 whistles

Step 5: After 2 whistles turn off the heat

Step 6: release the heat from the pressure cooker either by rinsing it under cold water or by lifting the weight with a fork to release the pressure

Step 7: Releasing the pressure immediately helps retain the fresh green colours of the palak

Step 8: Open the pressure cooker and keep the palak aside

Step 9: Next step is to make the Khatti Meethi Palak Khichdi

Step 10: Rinse the rice and toor dal in water, drain excess water and keep aside

Step 11: Heat 1 tablespoon of ghee in the pressure cooker over medium heat

Step 12: Add mustard seeds, cumin seeds and allow it to crackle

Step 13: Add the cinnamon stick and bay leaves and stir for a few seconds

Step 14: Add the ginger, tomatoes, green chillies, turmeric powder, red chilli powder, asafoetida and saute until the tomatoes become slightly soft

Step 15: Add the washed rice and dal, salt, jaggery, 4 cups of water and cover the pressure cooker

Step 16: Pressure cook the Khichdi for about 4 to 5 whistles and turn off the heat

Step 17: Allow the pressure to release naturally as the khichdi will continue to cook while the pressure is present

Step 18: Once the pressure is released, open the cooker and stir in the cooked palak/ spinach

Step 19: Stir in the lemon juice and the additional ghee and give it a brisk boil for 2 minutes

Step 20: Turn off the heat and check the taste and adjust the salt and seasonings accordingly

Step 21: Once done, transfer the Khatti Meethi Palak Khichdi to a serving bowl and serve hot

Step 22: Serve the Khatti Meethi Palak Khichdi topped with ghee, sliced onions and papad for a wholesome meal