Instant Pot Khichdi

Name: Instant Pot Khichdi
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: Asian, Indian
Ingredients: 1/2 cup Basmati Rice (washed, 125 grams); 1/2 cup Split Yellow Lentils (Moong Dal) (washed 125 grams); 1 tablespoon Ghee (plus more for topping, or oil for vegan); 1 teaspoon Cumin seeds (Jeera); 1/8 teaspoon Asafoetida (Hing) (optional, skip for gluten-free); 4 cups Water; 1 teaspoon Salt (adjust to taste); 1/2 teaspoon Ground Turmeric (Haldi powder); Cilantro leaves (chopped, to garnish)

Instructions

Prep:5minCook:25min

Moong Dal Khichdi, or Kitchari is a simple dish made with rice and lentils, tempered in ghee with cumin seeds and turmeric. It takes less than 30 minutes to make and is a perfect comfort meal for weeknights or when someone is under the weather!

Updated at: Thu, 18 Dec 2025 17:49:13 GMT