Name: Vegetable Khichdi
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 2 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup Rice; 1 cup Moong Dal (split yellow lentils); 1 cup Mixed Vegetables (carrot, peas, beans) (chopped); 1 piece Onion (finely chopped); 1 inch Ginger (grated); 1 piece Green Chili (slit); 1 tsp Turmeric Powder; 1 tsp Salt (or to taste); 4 cups Water; 1 tsp Cumin Seeds; 1 tbsp Oil or Ghee

Instructions

Rinse the rice and moong dal together under running water until the water runs clear. Soak for 15-20 minutes.
In a pressure cooker, heat oil or ghee. Add cumin seeds and let them splutter.
Add chopped onions, ginger, and green chili. Sauté until onions turn translucent.
Add the mixed vegetables, turmeric powder, and salt. Cook for 2-3 minutes.
Add the soaked rice and dal to the cooker. Stir well to combine.
Pour in 4 cups of water and mix everything together.
Close the lid of the pressure cooker and cook for 2 whistles on medium heat. Turn off the heat and let the pressure release naturally.
Open the lid, fluff the khichdi with a fork, and serve hot.

Tips

Adjust the water quantity based on the consistency you prefer.
Serve with yogurt or pickle for added flavor.