Urad Chilka Khichadi
North indian, Mains
Lentils
66 calories/serving
30 mins
This one is a Mahsankranti special dish ftom Uttar Pradesh. Made with split Bengal gram, ghee, ginger, chillies and aromatic Indian spices, Chilka Urad Khichdi is a nutrient-packed, healthy and tasty delight that can be enjoyed anytime!
Recipe by:
Sanjeev Kapoor Khazana
Instructions
1. Soak urad dal (whole black gram) for 6-8 hours. keep it aside.
2. Heat ghee in a pan, add cloves, asafoetida, cumin seeds, dry red chilli, sauté for 30 seconds.
3. Add ginger, green chills and sauté for 30 seconds.
4. Add the soaked urad dal, rice, salt and water, mix well.
5. Close the lid of the pressure cooker and let it cook until 2 whistles.
6. Remove it in a serving plate and serve hot.
By Chef Harpal Singh