Methi Khichdi Recipe

Recipe By Slurrp

Methi Khichdi is a healthy and flavorful one-pot meal made with rice, lentils, and fenugreek leaves. It is a popular dish in Indian cuisine and is known for its simplicity and nutritional value. The combination of rice and lentils provides a good balance of carbohydrates and protein, while the fenugreek leaves add a unique flavor and numerous health benefits. Methi Khichdi is often served with yogurt or pickle for a complete meal.

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30minstotal
5minsPrep
25minsCook
30m.total
5m.Prep
25m.Cook
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Ingredients for Methi Khichdi Recipe

  • 1 cup Rice
  • 1/2 cup Split Yellow Lentils
  • 1 cup Fenugreek Leaves, Chopped
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin Seeds
  • pinch A Pinch Of Asafoetida
  • 1/2 teaspoon Turmeric Powder
  • As required Salt To Taste
  • as needed Water
  • as required Ghee For Serving

Directions: Methi Khichdi Recipe

Cooking Directions

  • STEP 1.Wash and soak rice and lentils for 30 minutes.
  • STEP 2.Heat oil in a pressure cooker and add cumin seeds, asafoetida, and fenugreek leaves.
  • STEP 3.Add the soaked rice, lentils, turmeric powder, salt, and water. Pressure cook for 3-4 whistles.

Cooking Tips

  • You can add vegetables like peas or carrots for extra nutrition.
  • Serve hot with yogurt or pickle for a complete meal.

Storage and Serving

  • Serve hot with a dollop of ghee (clarified butter) for added flavor.
  • Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
  • Reheat in a microwave or on the stovetop before serving.
Nutrition
value
143
calories per serving
< 1 g Fat5 g Protein28 g Carbs2 g FiberOther

Current Totals

  • Fat
    < 1g
  • Protein
    5g
  • Carbs
    28g
  • Fiber
    2g

MacroNutrients

  • Carbs
    28g
  • Protein
    5g
  • Fiber
    2g

Fats

  • Fat
    < 1g

Vitamins & Minerals

  • Calcium
    10mg
  • Iron
    2mg
  • Vitamin A
    17mcg
  • Vitamin B1
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B2
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B3
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B6
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B9
    13mcg
  • Vitamin B12
    0mcg
  • Vitamin C
    0mg
  • Vitamin E
    < 1mg
  • Copper
    < 1mcg
  • Magnesium
    39mg
  • Manganese
    < 1mg
  • Phosphorus
    98mg
  • Selenium
    7mcg
  • Zinc
    < 1mg
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. All nutritional information presented are estimates and not meant to substitute professional dietary advice or treatment
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Recipe By Slurrp