Fenugreek (Methi) Khichdi

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup basmati rice
• 1/3 cup yellow moong dal
• 1 cup fresh fenugreek (methi) leaves, chopped
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 1 tsp cumin seeds
• 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
• 1 tbsp ghee
• 3 cups water
• 3/4 tsp salt
• 1 green chilli, slit (optional)

Preparation

1. Rinse rice and moong dal together until water runs clearer; soak 10 minutes, then drain.
2. Heat ghee in a pot; add cumin seeds and slit chilli until they sizzle.
3. Add onion and sauté until soft; stir in turmeric and chopped methi for 1–2 minutes.
4. Add drained rice-dal, salt, and water; bring to a boil.
5. Cover and simmer on low 18–22 minutes until soft and porridge-like, stirring once.
6. Rest 5 minutes; fluff gently and serve warm.