Khichadi (Yellow, Green Moong Dal & Rice)
Khichadi (Yellow, Green Moong Dal & Rice) is a healthy and nutritious dish, perfect for weight loss and a low-fat diet. It is made with Yellow, green moong dal, & rice, and a blend of aromatic spices. This recipe is gluten-free, vegetarian, and low in calories, making it suitable for many dietary preferences. It is also a great source of protein and fiber, thanks to the green moong dal. This recipe has less oil, making it a perfect dish for those who want to keep their calories in check.
Nutrition Facts
Per serving
Energy
163 kcal
Protein
6 g
Carbs
31 g
Fat
2 g
Fiber
4 g
Ingredients
Plain Water
2 medium cup (500g)
Mustard seeds
0.5 tsp (1.5g)
Turmeric powder
0.5 tsp (1.5g)
Red chilli Powder
0.5 tsp (1.5g)
Coriander Powder
0.5 tsp (1g)
Cumin Powder
0.5 tsp (1.5g)
Common salt
0.5 tsp (2.5g)
Olive Oil
1 tsp (5g)
Chopped Onion
0.5 small cup (50g)
Chopped Tomato
0.5 cup (100g)
Chopped Carrot
0.25 cup (25g)
Fresh Coriander Leaves (chopped)
1 tsp (5g)
Green gram, whole
0.25 cup (25g)
Rice, raw, milled
0.5 cup (100g)
Green Bell pepper
0.25 cup, chopped (50g)
Yellow Moong Dal (Raw)
0.25 cup (25g)
Instructions
Cooking Steps
Rinse the yellow & green moong dal and rice together in cold water until the water runs clear.
Heat oil in a pressure cooker. Add cumin seeds and mustard seeds and let them splutter.
Add chopped onions and sauté until they turn translucent.
Add chopped tomatoes, carrots, capsicum. Mix well.
Add turmeric powder, red chili powder, coriander powder, cumin powder, and salt. Mix well.
Add the rinsed green moong dal and rice. Mix well.
Add 2 cups of water and stir to combine.
Pressure cook for 4-5 whistles or until the khichadi is cooked and the green moong dal is soft.
Once the pressure is released, open the cooker and give the khichadi a quick stir.
Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and serve hot.