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A royal twist on the classic comfort food. This rich and creamy khichdi is slow-cooked with fragrant spices, mixed vegetables, and a touch of cream, making it a luxurious one-pot meal.
For 4 servings
Preparation
Sauté Aromatics (Birista Base)
Build the Masala
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A royal twist on the classic comfort food. This rich and creamy khichdi is slow-cooked with fragrant spices, mixed vegetables, and a touch of cream, making it a luxurious one-pot meal.
This mughlai recipe takes 60 minutes to prepare and yields 4 servings. At 513.9 calories per serving with 14.69g of protein, it's a moderately challenging recipe perfect for lunch or dinner.
Combine and Pressure Cook
Finishing Touches
Add 100g of paneer cubes or a handful of soya chunks along with the vegetables for extra protein.
Replace ghee with a neutral oil or vegan butter. Use a plant-based yogurt (like cashew or coconut yogurt) and swap fresh cream with coconut cream or more cashew cream.
You can substitute moong dal with masoor dal (red lentils) or toor dal (split pigeon peas). Note that cooking times may vary slightly.
For a nut-free version, skip the cashew paste. The khichdi will be less creamy but still delicious. You can add a tablespoon of poppy seed paste (khus khus) as an alternative.
The classic combination of rice (a cereal) and moong dal (a legume) provides all nine essential amino acids, making it a complete protein source, which is especially beneficial for vegetarian diets.
Loaded with mixed vegetables and lentils, this khichdi is an excellent source of dietary fiber, which aids digestion, promotes satiety, and helps maintain stable blood sugar levels.
The complex carbohydrates from rice and dal provide a steady and sustained release of energy, keeping you full and energetic for longer periods compared to simple carbs.
Khichdi is traditionally known to be easy on the digestive system. The use of spices like ginger and cumin further aids digestion, making this a comforting and gut-friendly meal.
One serving (approximately 1.5 cups or 360g) of Mughlai Vegetable Khichdi contains around 450-500 calories, depending on the amount of ghee and cream used. It's a calorie-dense but nutritious meal.
Yes, it can be a healthy and balanced meal. The combination of rice and dal provides complete protein, while vegetables add fiber and vitamins. However, it is rich due to the use of ghee, cream, and cashews, so it's best enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.
Absolutely. Use the 'Sauté' mode for steps 2 and 3. For step 4, after adding water, cancel the Sauté mode, secure the lid, and pressure cook on 'High' for 8 minutes. Allow for a natural pressure release for at least 10 minutes before a quick release.
This khichdi is a complete meal on its own. However, it pairs wonderfully with a side of plain yogurt (raita), a fresh kachumber salad, or a crisp papadum for added texture.
Yes. Follow all steps in a heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven. After adding water in step 4, bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to a low simmer, cover the pot tightly, and cook for 20-25 minutes, or until the rice and dal are completely cooked and soft. Stir once or twice in between to prevent sticking.