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Dinner · North Indian
Palak khichdi
Green, iron-packed khichdi - one-pot dinner that hits protein and greens in the same spoonful.
25 min Serves 2
Method
- 1
Heat oil in a pressure cooker. Splutter cumin. Fry onion, chilli and ginger-garlic paste till soft.
- 2
Add tomato and spices. Cook till mushy.
- 3
Add rinsed rice and dal, then palak. Stir 1 minute.
- 4
Add 4 cups water and salt. Pressure cook 4 whistles. Rest 10 minutes before opening.
- 5
Serve with papad and a wedge of lemon.
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