Gujarati Mung Dal Khichdi Recipe

About this recipe

A comforting and nutritious Gujarati dish of mung dal khichdi, featuring aromatic spices and wholesome rice.

Ingredients

• - BALAJI MUNG DAL 250GM
• 1 kg Rice
• - Baby Tomatoes
• 200 ml Coconut Milk
• 20 g Turmeric Powder
• - Cumin Seeds 100g
• 100 g Salt
• 1 kg Water Chestnuts
• 200 ml Mustard Oil
• - Tomato Ketchup

Instructions

1. 1. Rinse the mung dal and rice thoroughly under running water.
2. 2. Heat oil in a pressure cooker and add cumin seeds; let them crackle.
3. 3. Add chopped tomatoes and sauté until soft and aromatic, about 3-4 minutes.
4. 4. Stir in turmeric powder and the rinsed mung dal and rice, mixing well.
5. 5. Add coconut milk, water, and salt, stirring to combine evenly.
6. 6. Close the pressure cooker lid and cook on medium heat for 2-3 whistles.
7. 7. Allow the pressure to release naturally before opening the lid.
8. 8. Gently fluff the khichdi with a spoon and check consistency; add more water if needed.
9. 9. Serve hot with a garnish of fresh coriander leaves if desired.