Moong Dal Khichdi: A Protein-Rich And Healthy Dish

By Krati Purwar

May 14, 2025

Moong dal khichdi is a staple in many Indian households. It is protein-rich and good for people trying to recover from a viral infection, stomach ailment, or flu. It uses a minimum number of spices and tastes delicious.

Ingredients

1 cup moong dal ¾ cup rice 1.75 cups water ½ tsp turmeric powder Salt to taste 1 tbsp ghee 1 tsp cumin seeds ¼ tsp hing

Step 1

Wash dal and rice separately and keep them soaked for 15-20 minutes.

Step 2

Heat a pressure cooker and add ghee to it. 

Step 3

Sprinkle jeera and hing in it.

Step 4

Fold in the moong dal and rice. Pour water.

Step 5

Sprinkle salt and turmeric powder. 

Step 6

Cook for 3-4 whistles and serve with lemon pickle, raita, and papad.