Khichdi With A Side: 5 Side Dishes That Pair Well
By Jasmine Kaur
The humble one-pot rice dish, khichdi, is not only easy to make but a wholesome and comforting meal too. Pair it with papad, fried eggplants and more.
Cucumber Raita
A whipped up tangy curd dish, raita is usually made of vegetables and spices. Finely-chopped cucumbers with red chilli powder and salt, mixed in curd fare well with khichdi.
Beguni
This is a Bengali specialty that goes well with many rice dishes, including khichdi. Coated in besan and fried, these eggplant fritters are a must-try.
Mango Pickle
A sweet and sour pickle made with chopped mangoes, dipped in oil and spices is what you need. This definitely amps up the taste of the light and breezy khichdi.
Fried Fish
Batter-fried hot and crispy pieces of fish are served alongside khichdi in many Bengali homes. It lends additional flavour to the entire meal.
Tomato Chutney
Roasted tomatoes, meshed into a pulp chutney goes really well a bowl of khichdi. The tanginess of tomatoes makes the rice dish even more flavourful.
