Easy Khichdi Recipe

Easy Khichdi Recipe

from tastingtable.com

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
  • 1 teaspoon crushed ginger
  • 1 (4-ounce) can green chilis
  • 3 Roma tomatoes, diced
  • 1 yellow onion, diced
  • 1/2 cup white jasmine rice
  • 1/2 cup yellow lentils
  • 4 cups water
  • 1 teaspoon salt

Directions

  1. 1

    In a large pot over medium heat, pour in the oil.

  2. 2

    Once it is hot, add the cumin seeds, bay leaf, turmeric, and ginger.

  3. 3

    Sauté the spices until fragrant, about 1 minute.

  4. 4

    Add the green chilis, tomatoes, and onion and stir well.

  5. 5

    Sauté for about 5 minutes until the onion is translucent.

  6. 6

    Rinse the rice and lentils, then add them to the pot along with the water and salt and stir to combine.

  7. 7

    Bring the contents of the pot to a boil, then lower to a simmer.

  8. 8

    Cover and simmer for 20 minutes then serve.