Moong Dal (Yellow Split Pea ) Kichidi Recipe

Name: Moong Dal (Yellow Split Pea ) Kichidi
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup moong dal; 1 cup basmati rice; 4 ghee; 1/4 cup spinach; 1/2 cup potatoes; 1/4 cup carrots; green beans chopped few; 3 cauliflower florets; ginger finely chopped 1 table spoon; 3 curry leaves; green chilies according to taste; 2 pinches turmeric; salt according to taste; 1/4 teaspoon cumin seed; 1/2 teaspoon mustard seeds; 2 pinches asafoetida; pepper Balls few or 7 to 8; 3 cashew nuts

Servings: persons

1/4 cup moong dal
1 cup basmati rice
4 ghee
1/4 cup spinach
1/2 cup potatoes
1/4 cup carrots
green beans chopped few
3 cauliflower florets
ginger finely chopped 1 table spoon
3 curry leaves
green chilies according to taste
2 pinches turmeric
salt according to taste
1/4 teaspoon cumin seed
1/2 teaspoon mustard seeds
2 pinches asafoetida
pepper Balls few or 7 to 8
3 cashew nuts

1
Rinse and wash the rice and moong dal and soak in 3 cup of water . Take a pressure cooker add ghee , add in the tempering , when sputters add ginger, chilies and curry leaves.
2
Fry for a minutes or two then add in all the veggies and fry for five minutes.
3
Now add rice , dal give it a good stir , then add in the water ( water used to soak the rice and dal ) . Toss in salt give a quick stir .
4
Let the water start to boil , then close the lid of cooker and allow to cook until 3 whistles.
5
Let the cooker cool for the pressure to escape , then open the lid give a good stir .
6
Serve hot along with curd or raita or pickle or curries as mentioned above .

373

kcal

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 cup moong dal, 1 cup basmati rice, 4 ghee, 1/4 cup spinach, and more.

Yes, Moong Dal (Yellow Split Pea ) Kichidi falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Moong Dal (Yellow Split Pea ) Kichidi

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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