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Easy, Indian

Instant Pot Khichdi

La ricetta originale, da cui nascono le versioni Low Carb, Protein e Low Fat.

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Instant Pot Khichdi

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Version Original

Scopri la versione leggera e proteica del tradizionale Khichdi, un piatto indiano ricco di sapori e nutrizione!

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Time

50m

Servings

4 servings

Level

Facile

Nutrition at a glance

420 kcal

Calorie

24 g

Proteine

45 g

Carboidrati

12 g

Grassi

Ingredients

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Method

1

Sciacqua il riso e le lenticchie sotto acqua corrente fino a che l'acqua non risulti limpida.

2

Metti il riso e le lenticchie in una ciotola, coprili con acqua e lasciali in ammollo per 15 minuti.

3

In una pentola, scalda l'olio d'oliva a fuoco medio. Aggiungi i semi di cumino e di senape e fallo rosolare fino a quando non iniziano a scoppiettare.

4

Aggiungi la cipolla tritata e lo zenzero; cuoci fino a quando la cipolla diventa trasparente, circa 5 minuti.

5

Scola il riso e le lenticchie e aggiungili nella pentola, mescolando bene.

6

Aggiungi curcuma, pepe e sale; mescola nuovamente.

7

Versa l'acqua nella pentola e porta a ebollizione.

8

Copri e riduci la fiamma al minimo, lasciando cuocere per 20 minuti.

9

Spegni il fuoco e lascia riposare coperto per 5 minuti prima di servire.

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Food culture

The story of Instant Pot Khichdi

Instant Pot Khichdi is a much-loved dish of Indiana cuisine, with roots in the tradition of Facile. It captures the comfort and generosity of a real home table.

On Tasty Table Diary the original always comes first. The modern versions are created to respect the spirit of the dish while adapting it to different needs.

Cooking tips

Tips for the perfect result

Use the freshest ingredients you can find for the best flavour.
Build the flavour slowly and taste as you cook.
Don't rush the cooking: balance is everything.
Let Instant Pot Khichdi rest for a moment before serving.

FAQ

Questions about this recipe

Helpful answers before you choose your version.

Can I make Instant Pot Khichdi ahead of time?

Yes. It is often even better after resting, and it reheats beautifully.

Which is the lightest version?

The Low Fat version is designed to reduce fat while keeping the structure of the dish.

Which is the best version for fitness?

The Protein version boosts protein and satiety.

Can I freeze it?

Most versions freeze well in single portions for meal prep.

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