Moong Quinoa Khichdi
A wholesome, protein-rich one-pot meal made with sprouted moong and quinoa
Servings 3
Ingredients
- 1 cup sprouted moong
- 1 cup quinoa
- 1 tsp ghee
- 1 tsp cumin seeds
- 3 coves of garlic, chopped
- 2 green chillies, chopped
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 tomato, chopped
- ½ tsp turmeric powder
- 1 tsp Kashmiri red chilli powder
- 1 tsp cumin coriander powder
- ½ tsp garam masala
- salt to taste
- 3 cups of water
Instructions
- Wash and soak quinoa for 2 hours. Drain and keep aside.
- Heat a pressure cooker and add ghee.
- Add cumin seeds, garlic, and green chillies. Sauté for a few seconds.
- Add chopped onion and sauté till it turns translucent.
- Add tomato and cook for a minute.
- Mix in turmeric powder, red chilli powder, cumin-coriander powder, and garam masala.
- Add sprouted moong and the soaked quinoa. Season with salt and mix well.
- Pour in 3 cups of water, stir, and close the lid.
- Pressure cook for 4–5 whistles.
- Once the pressure releases, open the lid, fluff the khichdi, and garnish with fresh coriander leaves.
- Serve hot with curd, papad,or pickle for a comforting meal.