Rice Khichadi (No Onion, Garlic)
Rice Khichadi (No Onion, Garlic) is a popular Indian comfort food made with rice and moong dal (split yellow lentils). It is a light and easy-to-digest meal, making it perfect for those with an upset stomach or for people looking for a light meal for weight loss. This recipe is gluten-free and vegetarian, making it suitable for many dietary preferences. The combination of rice and moong dal provides a complete protein, making it a great source of nutrition.
Allergen Information: Contains None
Nutrition Facts
Per serving
Energy
118 kcal
Protein
4 g
Carbs
22 g
Fat
2 g
Fiber
3 g
Ingredients
Rice
1 small bowl (100g)
Moong Dal
1 small bowl (50g)
Cumin seeds
0.25 tsp (1.25g)
Turmeric powder
0.25 tsp (1.25g)
Red chilli Power
0.25 tsp (1.25g)
Common salt
0.25 tsp (1.25g)
Carrot
0.5 small cup (50g)
Green Peas
0.25 small cup (25g)
Fresh Coriander Leaves (chopped)
1 tsp (5g)
Chopped Tomato
1 small cup (100g)
Olive Oil
1 tsp (5g)
Instructions
Cooking Steps
Rinse the rice and moong dal together in water and soak them for 30 minutes.
In a pressure cooker, heat oil over medium heat and add cumin seeds. Let them splutter.
Add chopped tomato, carrot, green peas, turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt. Stir well.
Add soaked rice and moong dal to the pressure cooker and mix with vegetables.
Add 2 cups of water and mix well.
Cover the pressure cooker with a lid and cook for 2-3 whistles over medium heat.
Once the pressure cooker cools down, remove the lid and mix the khichadi well.
Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and serve hot.