Spiced Harmony Quinoa Khichdi Recipe

Name: Spiced Harmony Quinoa Khichdi
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: 200 g Green Peas; 250 g Carrot; - Red Chilli; 100 g Quinoa; 500 ml Water; 1 kg Yellow Moong Dal; 250g Coriander; 20 g Turmeric Powder; 100 g Coriander Powder; 500 g Ghee; - Rock Salt

Indian cuisine · 88 calories

About this recipe

A healthy, protein-packed twist on traditional Maharashtrian khichdi, made with quinoa and spiced with medium-level Jain masalas for a delicious dinner option.

Ingredients

200 g Green Peas
250 g Carrot
- Red Chilli
100 g Quinoa
500 ml Water
1 kg Yellow Moong Dal
250g Coriander
20 g Turmeric Powder
100 g Coriander Powder
500 g Ghee
- Rock Salt

Instructions

Step 1: Heat ghee in a pressure cooker over medium heat and add cumin seeds. Allow them to splutter.
Step 2: Add diced carrots and green peas. Sauté for 2-3 minutes.
Step 3: Add rinsed quinoa and moong dal. Mix well.
Step 4: Stir in turmeric powder, red chili powder, coriander powder, and rock salt.
Step 5: Add 3 cups of water and mix everything well.
Step 6: Close the lid of the pressure cooker and cook on medium heat for 2 whistles.
Step 7: Allow the pressure to release naturally. Open the lid and fluff the khichdi gently with a fork.
Step 8: Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and serve hot.