Khichuri (Lentil-Rice Cooked in Spices)

Khichuri is a popular comfort food in India and Bangladesh, often enjoyed during festivals and special occasions.

This is vegan, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 45 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 14.

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Khichuri (Lentil-Rice Cooked in Spices)

Cooking Method: Boiling, Simmering Cuisine: Bangladeshi, Indian Courses: Lunch, Main Dish Recipe Keys: Gluten Free High Protein Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 10 min Cook Time 30 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 45 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1200

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 cup Rice
• 1 cup Split yellow lentils (Moong dal)
• 1 medium Onion
• 3 clove Garlic cloves
• 1 inch Ginger
• 2 piece Green chili peppers
• 1 teaspoon Cumin seeds
• 1 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon Coriander powder
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Red chili powder
• 2 tablespoon Ghee (clarified butter)
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 4 cup Water
• 2 tablespoon Fresh coriander leaves

Instructions

1. Wash the rice and lentils separately.
2. Heat ghee in a large pot and add cumin seeds.
3. Once the cumin seeds start to splutter, add chopped onions, garlic, ginger, and green chili peppers. Saute until the onions turn translucent.
4. Add turmeric powder, coriander powder, and red chili powder. Mix well.
5. Add the washed rice and lentils to the pot. Stir to combine.
6. Add water and salt. Stir again.
7. Cover the pot and cook on medium heat for about 20-25 minutes or until the rice and lentils are fully cooked and tender.
8. Let the khichuri rest for 5 minutes before serving.
9. Garnish with fresh coriander leaves.
10. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 300kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 5g8%

Total Carbohydrate 55g19%

Sugars 2g

Protein 10g20%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.