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Tarkari Khichdi

Tarla Dalal
05 September, 2014


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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
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Preparation Time
10 Mins
Cooking Time
17 Mins
Total Time
27 Mins
Makes
3 servings
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
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 potato
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
- 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.
Tarkari Khichdi recipe with step by step photos
Nutrient values (Abbrv)per plate
Energy | 198 cal |
Protein | 6.7 g |
Carbohydrates | 36.4 g |
Fiber | 4.4 g |
Fat | 2.7 g |
Cholesterol | 0 mg |
Sodium | 20.4 mg |
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Loves Food
May 5, 2021, 9:37 a.m.
Moong dal khichdi with the goodness of veggies added to make a healthy meal. Serve with chilled curds.

Gandhi Dhwani
March 9, 2019, 3:33 p.m.
Khichdi is always the most boring item to have it. But this masaledar khichdi with vegetables tastes yummy!

Vimal
March 18, 2015, 2:04 p.m.
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Jenny
March 14, 2013, 12:34 p.m.
Hi - Looks delicious! Could you please add information on how to do this with just a normal pot on a stove?