Spiced Moong Dal Khichdi with Mint Raita

Ingredients for Moong Dal Khichdi:

• ½ cup Basmati rice
• ½ cup split yellow moong dal
• 1 tbsp ghee or oil
• ½ tsp cumin seeds
• 1 tsp turmeric powder
• Salt to taste
• Fresh coriander leaves for garnish

Ingredients for Mint Raita:

• 1 cup yogurt
• 2 tbsp mint leaves, finely chopped
• ½ cucumber, grated
• Salt and black salt to taste

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Khichdi:
   • Rinse and soak the rice and dal together for 15 minutes. Drain and set aside.
   • Heat ghee in a pressure cooker, add cumin seeds and turmeric powder, and let them sizzle.
   • Add the rice, dal, salt, and 3 cups of water. Pressure cook for 2 whistles.
   • Garnish with fresh coriander leaves.
2. Prepare the Mint Raita:
   • Whisk yogurt and add chopped mint, grated cucumber, and salt.
   • Serve the Mint Raita alongside the Khichdi for a complete meal.

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