Bardoli Khichdi Recipe
Description:
Bardoli Ki Khichdi is a delightful Gujarati dish made with rice and tur dal, seasoned with mild spices and the tangy flavor of raw mango. The raw mango provides a perfect balance of tanginess against the spices, creating a comforting and flavorful main course.
Cuisine: Gujarati
Course: Main Course
Diet: High Protein Vegetarian
Ingredients:
- 2 cups Rice
- 1.5 cups Arhar dal (Split Toor Dal)
- 2 Potatoes (Aloo), cut into cubes
- 1/2 cup Green peas (Matar)
- 1/2 cup Raw Mango, grated
- 1 Onion, finely chopped
- 2-inch Ginger, finely chopped
- 2 Green Chillies, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon Turmeric powder (Haldi)
- 1 teaspoon Red Chilli powder
- 1 teaspoon Cumin seeds (Jeera)
- 1/4 teaspoon Asafoetida (hing)
- 1.5 tablespoons Ghee
- 1 tablespoon Coriander leaves (Dhania), finely chopped (for garnish)
- Salt to taste
Preparation Time: 30 minutes
Cooking Time: 20 minutes
Instructions:
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Begin by washing and soaking the rice and dal separately for 30 minutes.
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Heat 1 tablespoon of ghee in a pressure cooker. Add cumin seeds and let them sizzle.
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Add asafoetida and chopped onions to the cooker. Sauté until the onions turn translucent.
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Add ginger and green chilies, sautéing for another minute.
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Stir in the grated raw mango, mixing it well with the other ingredients.
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Add the cubed potatoes, green peas, turmeric powder, and red chili powder. Mix everything and let it cook for 2 minutes.
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Drain the soaked rice and tur dal, then add them to the pressure cooker.
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Pour in 4 cups of water, season with salt, and close the lid of the pressure cooker. Cook the khichdi for 4 whistles.
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After the pressure has released naturally, open the cooker, and mix the khichdi well.
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Add the remaining 1/2 tablespoon of ghee, and garnish with freshly chopped coriander leaves.
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Serve the Bardoli Ki Khichdi with Tomato Onion Cucumber Raita and Papad for a simple, wholesome meal.
Enjoy your delicious Gujarati Bardoli Ki Khichdi for a nutritious and satisfying lunch!
