Tulika’s Cooking: Bengali Masur Dal Khichdi Recipe
Are you looking for a comforting and delicious dish that’s easy to make? Look no further than Bengali Masur Dal Khichdi, also known as Bengali Moshur Daler Khichuri! This traditional Bengali style Masoor Dal Khichdi is not only full of flavor but also incredibly nourishing.
Ingredients:
– 1 cup masoor dal (red lentils)
– 1 cup gobindobhog rice
– 2-3 tablespoons ghee (clarified butter)
– 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
– 1 bay leaf
– 2-3 green chilies, slit
– 1 onion, finely chopped
– 1-inch piece of ginger, grated
– 2-3 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
– 1 teaspoon red chili powder
– Salt to taste
– 4-5 cups water
– Fresh cilantro leaves for garnish
Recipe:
1. Rinse the masoor dal and gobindobhog rice together and soak for 30 minutes.
2. In a deep pan, heat ghee over medium heat and add cumin seeds and bay leaf.
3. Once the cumin seeds start to splutter, add green chilies, chopped onion, grated ginger, and minced garlic. Sauté until the onions turn golden brown.
4. Add turmeric powder and red chili powder, and sauté for a minute.
5. Drain the water from the soaked dal and rice, and add them to the pan. Mix well with the spices.
6. Add water and salt, and bring the mixture to a boil. Then, reduce the heat and let it simmer until the dal and rice are cooked and the khichdi reaches a smooth and creamy consistency.
7. Garnish with fresh cilantro leaves and serve hot with a dollop of ghee.
This Bengali Masur Dal Khichdi is the epitome of comfort food, and it’s perfect for a quick and satisfying meal. Whether you’re a fan of Bengali cuisine or simply looking to try something new, this dish is sure to delight your taste buds. Give it a try and let the flavors of Bengal transport you to a culinary paradise!
