Quinoa-Masoor dal Khichdi

Ingredients:

¼ cup quinoa (rinsed well)

2 tablespoons masoor dal (red lentils)

¾ cup water (adjust to your desired consistency)

½ small onion, finely chopped

1 small tomato, chopped

¼ cup mixed vegetables (like carrot, green peas, beans)

½ teaspoon cumin seeds

¼ teaspoon turmeric powder

½ teaspoon ginger, finely chopped

1 small green chili, chopped (optional)

½ teaspoon ghee or oil

Salt, to taste

Fresh coriander leaves, for garnish

Directions:

Rinse quinoa and masoor dal separately until the water runs clear. You can soak dal for 10 minutes if you want faster cooking.

Heat ghee in a small pressure cooker or a deep pan.

Add cumin seeds. Let them splutter.

Add ginger and green chili, sauté for a few seconds.

Add onions and sauté until translucent.

Add tomatoes and cook until soft.

Toss in mixed vegetables. Stir for a minute.

Add rinsed quinoa and masoor dal. Mix well.

Add turmeric powder and salt. Stir everything together.

Pour ¾ cup water. Mix well.

Pressure cook for 2 whistles or cook covered in a pan on low flame for 15–18 minutes, until quinoa and dal are soft.

Once done, fluff it lightly and garnish with fresh coriander leaves