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Masala Khichdi Premix

A healthy and travel-friendly Masala Khichdi Premix made with dal, rice and simple spices. Perfect for quick meals.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Ready In 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 packs
Course: Instant Mix, Meal Prep
Cuisine: Indian
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 1 cup Rice (preferably short-grain)
  • 1/2 cup Moong dal (yellow split lentils)
  • 1 tbsp Cumin seeds
  • 1 tsp Turmeric powder
  • 1 tsp Red chilli powder adjust to taste
  • 2 tsp Coriander powder
  • 1 tsp Garam masala
  • 1/2 tsp Hing (asafoetida)
  • 2 tsp Salt adjust as needed

Equipment

  • pan
  • Airtight jar or pouch

Method
 

  1. Dry roast rice and moong dal on low flame for 3 to 4 minutes till they turn aromatic. Do not brown.
  2. Transfer to a large plate and let it cool completely.
  3. In the same pan, lightly roast cumin seeds for 30 seconds.
  4. Add all spices: turmeric, chilli powder, coriander powder, garam masala, hing and salt. Mix once and switch off the flame.
  5. Once everything cools, mix rice, dal and the spice mix together.
  6. Store the premix in an airtight jar or pack into small travel pouches.
  7. To cook: Add 1 cup premix with 3 cups water in a pressure cooker. Cook for 3 to 4 whistles for soft khichdi.

Notes

Add dried vegetables like peas or carrots for extra nutrition. Adjust spice level as you like.