Dinner · Pan-Indian
Mixed dal khichdi
The Indian penicillin - one-pot rice, dal and mild spice. Comforting, complete, ready in 25 minutes.
Method
- 1
Rinse rice and dal. Pressure cook with turmeric, salt and 4 cups water for 4 whistles till mushy.
- 2
Whisk lightly to combine, add water if you want it thinner.
- 3
In a small pan, heat oil. Splutter cumin, hing, dry chilli and curry leaves. Pour over the khichdi.
- 4
Serve hot with pickle, papad and a drizzle more vegan ghee if you like.
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