Simple and Comforting Meals ~ Khichdi

Khichdi / Kitchri happens to be a nutritious rice - lentil porridge dish that can be cooked in a jiffy (especially if using a rice cooker) and also a comforting cure for all those feeling under weather. It is not overtly spicy, gentle on stomach and hence a great choice when one is recovering from an upset stomach or when serving babies or elderly. 

This simple, comforting khichdi is going to be my fourth day "microwave cooking" entry of BM#8. Check what my fellow marathoners are cooking.

1/2 cup rice

1/4 to 1/2 cup split, skinned moong dal

2 -3 tsp oil / ghee

1 Tbsp cumin seeds

1 tsp salt

Note: I have kept this recipe to the minimum basics but feel free to add turmeric, asafoetida and your choice of veggies.

Method:

Wash rice and dal thoroughly and drain.

Add rice, dal and sufficient water to a microwave safe bowl and cook until the desired consistency is reached. If needed, keep adding water as the cooking progresses. The consistency can be thick or watery depending upon one's preference but the rice and dal must be cooked soft. Add salt and mix well.

Heat the ghee in a small microwave safe bowl and add the cumin seeds. When they brown, remove and add it to the khichdi.

Serve khichdi with yogurt and a spicy pickle for a complete meal.

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