Spicy Khichdi: A Flavorful Twist to Indian Rice Recipes

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Introduction

Khichdi, a traditional Indian dish made with rice and lentils, is a comforting and nutritious meal that is loved by many. It is often considered a simple and mild dish, but did you know that you can add a spicy twist to it? In this blog post, we will share with you some delicious recipes to make Spicy Khichdi that will tantalize your taste buds and add an extra kick to your meal.

Recipe 1: Spicy Vegetable Khichdi

This recipe combines the goodness of vegetables with the spiciness of Indian spices. Here’s what you’ll need:

  • 1 cup basmati rice
  • 1/2 cup split yellow moong dal (lentils)
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 1 tomato, finely chopped
  • 1 carrot, diced
  • 1/2 cup green peas
  • 2 green chilies, slit
  • 1 teaspoon ginger-garlic paste
  • 1 teaspoon red chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon garam masala
  • 1/2 teaspoon coriander powder
  • Salt to taste
  • 2 tablespoons oil or ghee
  • 4 cups water

Instructions:

  1. Wash the rice and lentils together and soak them in water for 30 minutes.
  2. Heat oil or ghee in a pressure cooker and add the chopped onions. Sauté until they turn golden brown.
  3. Add the ginger-garlic paste and slit green chilies. Sauté for a minute.
  4. Add the chopped tomatoes and cook until they turn soft.
  5. Add the diced carrots, green peas, red chili powder, turmeric powder, garam masala, coriander powder, and salt. Mix well.
  6. Drain the soaked rice and lentils and add them to the pressure cooker. Mix well.
  7. Add water and close the pressure cooker. Cook for 3 whistles or until the khichdi is cooked and the rice is soft.
  8. Let the pressure release naturally, and then open the cooker. Serve hot with raita or pickle.

Recipe 2: Spicy Masoor Khichdi

This recipe uses masoor dal (red lentils) instead of moong dal, giving the khichdi a rich and earthy flavor. Here’s what you’ll need:

  • 1 cup basmati rice
  • 1/2 cup masoor dal (red lentils)
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 1 tomato, finely chopped
  • 2 green chilies, slit
  • 1 teaspoon ginger-garlic paste
  • 1 teaspoon red chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon garam masala
  • 1/2 teaspoon coriander powder
  • Salt to taste
  • 2 tablespoons oil or ghee
  • 4 cups water

Instructions:

  1. Wash the rice and lentils together and soak them in water for 30 minutes.
  2. Heat oil or ghee in a pressure cooker and add the chopped onions. Sauté until they turn golden brown.
  3. Add the ginger-garlic paste and slit green chilies. Sauté for a minute.
  4. Add the chopped tomatoes and cook until they turn soft.
  5. Add the red chili powder, turmeric powder, garam masala, coriander powder, and salt. Mix well.
  6. Drain the soaked rice and lentils and add them to the pressure cooker. Mix well.
  7. Add water and close the pressure cooker. Cook for 3 whistles or until the khichdi is cooked and the rice is soft.
  8. Let the pressure release naturally, and then open the cooker. Serve hot with yogurt or papad.

Conclusion

By adding a variety of spices like red chili powder, garam masala, and coriander powder to your khichdi, you can transform it into a spicy and flavorful dish. The recipes shared in this blog post are just a starting point, and you can always experiment with different vegetables and spices to create your own unique version of Spicy Khichdi. So, the next time you’re craving a spicy twist to your Indian rice recipes, give these recipes a try and enjoy a delicious and satisfying meal!

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