Cookbook:Khichdi (South Asian Rice and Lentils)

| Cuisine of India

Khichdi is a popular dish in the Indian state of Gujarat, where many families prefer it as a dinner. There also exist many variations of it across India.

Ingredients

 * 1 teacup rice
 * 1 teacup dal (e.g. moong dhal, arhar dal or masoor dal or combination thereof)
 * Salt to taste
 * 1 tsp turmeric powder

Procedure

 * 1) Wash rice and lentils and soak them for 10–15 minutes in water.
 * 2) Add salt and turmeric powder.
 * 3) Pressure cook with 3–4 cups of water.
 * 4) After the first whistle, reduce the heat and cook for 4–5 more minutes.
 * 5) Allow to cool. Serve with ghee or buttermilk.