Oats Khichdi

This healthy khichdi loaded with vegetables tastes just like the real deal, and is a take on the South Indian Pongal which is a nutritious, hearty breakfast option. Leftovers also make for a great lunch or dinner which is why a big pot of this will keep you happy all day!

4.45 from 9 votes

This healthy khichdi loaded with vegetables tastes just like the real deal, and is a take on the South Indian Pongal which is a nutritious, hearty breakfast option. Leftovers also make for a great lunch or dinner which is why a big pot of this savory oatmeal will keep you happy all day

Prep Time10

Cook Time10

Total Time20

Course: Breakfast

Cuisine: Indian

Servings: Portions

Author: Richa

Ingredients

½ cup Moong Dal
1 tbsp Ghee
1/2 inch Ginger grated
1 Green Chilli chopped finely
1 cup Chopped Vegetables I used carrots, cauliflower, green peas
1/2 tsp Turmeric
1 cup Oats
3 cup Water
Salt to taste

Instructions

Soak the moong dal in some water till you are ready to add it to the recipe.
Heat ghee in a pressure cooker and add cumin seeds. Once the seeds start spluttering add ginger and green chilies. Cook for a minute till the ginger is fragrant.
Add the chopped vegetables ,turmeric, oats. Drain the moong dal and add it to the cooker along with 3 ½ cups water and salt.
Bring this to pressure and cook for two whistles. Let the pressure release naturally. Serve hot topped with more ghee.

Notes

I've used moong dal in this recipe, it can easily be substituted with toor dal, arhar dal or masoor dal.
Feel free to add any vegetables you like. I've used chopped carrot, cauliflower and green peas. Remember to chop the vegetables in one uniform size to ensure they cook properly.
The cook time can range from 2-3 whistles - this will depend on your pressure cooker. In the Instant Pot this would be 20 minutes on High followed by Natural Pressure Release.

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