Barley Khichdi, A Nutritious And Easy Comfort Meal

By Shireen Jamooji

January 11, 2024

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If you’re looking for a warm bowl that’s hearty and healthy, then this barley-based khichdi is a straightforward solution. It can be adapted as per your personal preferences and will deliver a delicious meal every time. 

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Ingredients

1 ½ tbsps butter or ghee ¼ tsp cumin seeds ⅛ tsp asafetida 1 green chilli, slit ½ onion, minced 1 small tomato, finely chopped ¼ tsp turmeric powder ½ cup pearled barley ¼ cup yellow moong dal A squeeze of lemon Chopped cilantro for garnish

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Step 1

Heat the ghee in a medium saucepan. Add the cumin seeds. When they sizzle, add the asafetida and green chilli. Stir for 30 seconds.

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Step 2

Add the minced onions. Saute on medium heat until the onions are soft, avoiding browning. Add the chopped tomatoes and cook until they are soft.

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Step 3

Add turmeric, barley, and moong dal. Stir for a few seconds. Pour in 3 cups of water and add salt.

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Step 4

Bring the water to a boil. Then reduce the heat to low, cover the pan with a lid, and let it simmer for 20-3- mins until the barley is cooked.

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Step 5

Taste the khichdi and adjust salt if necessary. Turn off the heat, and add a squeeze of lemon if desired. 

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