Palak Khichdi

Palak Khichdi is a comforting and nutritious one-pot meal that combines the goodness of spinach with rice and lentils. This dish is not only easy to prepare but also packed with flavors, making it a perfect option for a wholesome lunch or dinner.

For a Serving Size of Two:

Ingredients:

• 60 grams brown rice, soaked
• 40 grams split yellow moong dal
• 80 grams chopped spinach (palak)
• 100 grams finely chopped onion
• 100 grams chopped tomato
• 1 teaspoon ginger-garlic paste
• 1 green chili, finely chopped
• 1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds
• 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1/2 teaspoon garam masala
• 2 teaspoons ghee
• 400 ml water
• Salt, to taste

Procedure:

• In a pressure cooker, heat the ghee or oil over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and let them splutter.
• Add the chopped onion and sauté until it turns translucent. Add the ginger-garlic paste and green chili, cooking for another minute.
• Add the chopped tomato, turmeric powder, and salt. Cook until the tomatoes soften.
• Stir in the chopped spinach and cook for 2-3 minutes until wilted.
• Add the soaked rice and dal, followed by garam masala and water. Stir well to combine.
• Close the lid of the pressure cooker and cook on high heat until the first whistle. Then, lower the heat and cook for an additional 5-7 minutes.
• Turn off the heat and let the pressure release naturally.
• Open the lid, fluff the khichdi gently with a fork, and serve hot with yogurt, or raita.

Nutritional Benefits:

• Calories: 537 kcal
• Protein: 13.1 g
• Carbohydrates: 89.4 g
• Fat: 14.1 g