How to Make Instant Pot Khichdi - A Step-by-Step Guide

Khichdi is a traditional Indian dish made from rice and lentils, and it is a staple in many Indian households. It is often referred to as the ultimate comfort food, as it is simple, nourishing, and easy to digest. Khichdi is typically cooked on the stove, but with the invention of the Instant Pot, making this delicious dish has become even easier and faster.

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup brown basmati rice
  • ½ cup whole green mung beans
  • ¼ cup split yellow dal
  • 1 ½ teaspoons cumin seeds
  • 1 ½ teaspoons brown mustard seeds
  • 8 tablespoons ghee, divided (Optional)
  • 1 shallot, sliced
  • 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger root
  • 1 tablespoon goda masala
  • 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 6 cups water

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 35 mins
  • Additional Time: 50 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 35 mins
  • Servings: 6

  • Rinse rice and mung beans. Cover with water and soak for 15 minutes. Rinse split yellow dal and add to rice and mung beans to soak for 15 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  • Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot) and select Sauté function. Sauté cumin and mustard seeds in 2 tablespoons ghee until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Add shallot and ginger; cook until shallot is tender and translucent, about 5 minutes. Add drained rice and legumes; stir to combine. Turn off Sauté function.
  • Stir in goda masala, turmeric, pepper, and salt. Add water; stir well. Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure and set the timer for 18 minutes according to manufacturer's instructions. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
  • Allow pressure to release naturally for 15 minutes. Manually release any remaining pressure, 5 to 10 minutes more. Stir khichdi and divide between 6 bowls. Top each with 1 tablespoon remaining ghee.
  • Nutrition

    351 cal.

    • Total Fat: 19g
    • Saturated Fat: 11g
    • Cholesterol: 44mg
    • Sodium: 206mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 40g
    • Dietary Fiber: 5g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 9g
    • Vitamin C: 2mg
    • Calcium: 46mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 279mg