Instant Pot Khichdi Recipe: Simple & Comforting

This Instant Pot Khichdi recipe is a simple and comforting dish made with basmati rice and yellow split mung dal, perfect for a quick and nutritious meal.

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Prep Time 10 mins

Cook Time 20 mins

Total Time 30 mins

Course Main Course

Cuisine Indian

Servings servings

Calories 320 kcal

Equipment

Instant Pot

Ingredients:

1 cup basmati rice
1/2 cup yellow split mung dal
1 tablespoon ghee
1 teaspoon cumin seeds
1 teaspoon turmeric powder
1 teaspoon salt
4 cups water
Fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions:

Rinse the rice and dal under running water until the water runs clear.
Set the Instant Pot to sauté mode and heat ghee. Add cumin seeds and let them splutter.
Add the rice, dal, turmeric powder, salt, and water. Stir well.
Close the lid, set the Instant Pot to high pressure for 8 minutes.
Once done, let the pressure release naturally for 10 minutes, then do a quick release.
Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

Notes:

Khichdi is a versatile dish that can be customized with various vegetables and spices. It's a great comfort food, especially during cold weather or when you're feeling under the weather.

Nutrition value:

Calories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 12gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 8mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 8gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Keywords:

Keyword Comfort Food, Instant Pot, Khichdi

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