Matki Khichdi Recipe - Palak Pudina Moth Bean Khichdi Recipe

Step 1: To begin making Hariyali Matki Khichdi (Palak Pudina Moth Bean Khichdi Recipe), wash and soak the moth beans overnight

Step 2: Wash and soak the rice for 10 minutes before starting to cook

Step 3: Heat 2 teaspoons of ghee in a pressure pan, add the cumin seeds, whole peppercorns and let it crackle

Step 4: Add the asafoetida, onions and saute until it turns translucent

Step 5: Once the onions turn translucent, add the chopped spinach and mint leaves, saute until it wilts a bit

Step 6: Drain and add the soaked moth beans and rice

Step 7: Add 4 cups of water, season with salt, garam masala and pressure cook the Matki Khichdi for 3 to 4 whistles

Step 8: Switch off the heat

Step 9: And let the pressure release naturally

Step 10: Open the lid and gently mix the Matki Khichdi together

Step 11: Now, heat the remaining ghee in a small tadka pan, add the chopped garlic cloves and fry until it turns golden

Step 12: Switch off the heat

Step 13: Pour this crispy garlic tadka over the prepared Matki Khichdi

Step 14: Garnish with more fresh mint leaves and serve Hariyali Matki Khichdi recipe along with Rajasthani Kadhi, Satvik Sprouts Salad and Roasted Papad for a weeknight dinner