Golden Lentil And Vegetable Khichdi Bowl Recipe

Indian cuisine · 1203 calories

Golden Lentil and Vegetable Khichdi Bowl recipe

About this recipe

Golden Lentil and Vegetable Khichdi Bowl is the perfect blend of creamy lentils, soft rice, and colorful mixed vegetables, infused with warming Indian spices like turmeric and buknu. This high-protein vegetarian dish is an ideal option for lunch or meal prep, offering a satisfying combination of flavors and textures. It’s quick and easy to prepare, taking just 35 minutes from start to finish, and is cooked entirely in a rice cooker for convenience. Packed with 84g of protein, 324g of carbohydrates, and the anti-inflammatory benefits of turmeric, this comforting one-pan meal is both nutritious and delicious. Serve it hot, garnished with fresh coriander, for a wholesome and energizing dining experience that perfectly balances taste and health.

Ingredients

  • 1 kg Yellow Moong Dal
  • 1 Kg Star Jsr L Kolam Rice1kg
  • 500 g Spt Frozen Mixed Vegetables
  • 50 g Cloves
  • 500 g Onion
  • 20 g Turmeric Powder
  • - White Pepper
  • 25G Kp Mut Suk Mas
  • - Ginger Powder
  • 1 pack (1 kg) Aashirvaad Crystal Salt | Iodised
  • 140 g Modern Kitchens Raita Boondi - 100 % Rice Bran Oil
  • - Coriander Powder

Instructions

  1. 1. Wash the yellow moong dal and rice under running water until clear and soak them for 20 minutes.
  2. 2. Finely chop the onion and garlic cloves, and grate the fresh turmeric.
  3. 3. Heat the cooking oil in a rice cooker on sauté mode and add the chopped onion, garlic, and grated turmeric.
  4. 4. Stir-fry for 3 minutes until aromatic, then add the buknu spice blend, ginger powder, and white pepper.
  5. 5. Add the soaked dal and rice, followed by the mixed vegetables, and stir well to coat them with the spices.
  6. 6. Pour 800 ml of water into the rice cooker and season with salt, ensuring everything is submerged evenly.
  7. 7. Close the lid and set the rice cooker to cook mode for 25 minutes, letting the khichdi simmer until creamy.
  8. 8. Once cooked, open the lid and fluff the khichdi to mix the vegetables and lentils evenly.
  9. 9. Garnish with freshly chopped coriander and serve hot for a comforting lunch.