By Rajan Bhattacharya
October 26, 2024
Khichuri is a wholesome one-pot dish made with rice, moong dal, and vegetables. It is traditionally prepared during Kali Puja and Diwali, bringing warmth and comfort to festive celebrations.
1 cup basmati or govind bhog rice 1 cup split moong dal 3 tbsp ghee or 2.5 tbsp oil 1 inch cinnamon 2 green cardamoms 3 cloves 1 bay leaf 1 tsp cumin seeds
1 inch grated ginger ½ tsp turmeric powder ½ tsp red chilli powder 2 small tomatoes (optional) 1 green chilli, chopped 2 small potatoes, ½ cup cauliflower, ½ cup peas Rock salt to taste 5 cups water
Dry roast the moong dal until golden and fragrant. Wash rice and roasted dal together, then drain and set aside.
Heat ghee or oil in a pot. Add cinnamon, cardamoms, cloves, and bay leaf.
Add cumin seeds and ginger, and sauté until fragrant.
Mix in turmeric, chilli powder, and asafoetida. Add tomatoes and green chilli.
Add vegetables, rice, and dal. Stir gently to coat everything in spices.
Pour in 5 cups of water and bring to a boil. Simmer until rice, dal, and vegetables are cooked.