Tarkari Khichdi
by Tarla Dalal
As the name suggests, this dish brims with Tarkari (vegetables) and the nutrients that they contain. To add to the goodness of vegetables, moong dal is also a rich source of protein, folic acid and zinc. An interesting combination of health and taste makes this dish a must-try!
Tarkari Khichdi recipe - How to make Tarkari Khichdi
Soaking time: 15 minutes Preparation Time: Cooking Time: Total Time:
Makes 3 servings
1/2 cup brown rice
1/4 cup yellow moong dal (split yellow gram)
1/4 cup sliced cauliflower
1/4 cup peeled and sliced potatoes
1/4 cup sliced brinjals (baingan / eggplant)
1/4 cup sliced onions
1/2 tsp cumin seeds (jeera)
1/2 tsp turmeric powder (haldi)
1 tsp chilli powder
1 tbsp green paste
1/2 tsp garam masala
salt to taste
Method
- Method
- Wash and soak the rice and moong dal in enough water for 15 minutes. Drain and keep aside.
- Heat the pressure cooker and when hot, add the cumin seeds and dry roast on a medium flame for a few seconds.
- Add cauliflower, potatoes, brinjals, onions, turmeric powder, chilli powder, green paste, garam masala and salt. Mix well and dry roast on a medium flame for 1 to 2 minutes.
- Add the drained brown rice, moong dal and 2 cups of water, mix well and pressure cook for 3 whistles.
- Allow the steam to escape before opening the lid.
- Mix gently and serve immediately.
Nutrient values per serving
| Energy | 198 cal |
| Protein | 6.7 g |
| Carbohydrates | 36.4 g |
| Fiber | 4.4 g |
| Fat | 2.7 g |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg |
| Vitamin A | 1180.6 mcg |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.2 mg |
| Vitamin B2 | 0.1 mg |
| Vitamin B3 | 2.1 mg |
| Vitamin C | 32.2 mg |
| Folic Acid | 44.4 mcg |
| Calcium | 63.7 mg |
| Iron | 2 mg |
| Magnesium | 70.5 mg |
| Phosphorus | 117.9 mg |
| Sodium | 20.4 mg |
| Potassium | 351 mg |
| Zinc | 1.1 mg |
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Hi - Looks delicious! Could you please add information on how to do this with just a normal pot on a stove?
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