Spinach Khichdi

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup basmati rice
• 1/4 cup yellow moong dal
• 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
• 1 tsp ghee
• 1/2 tsp cumin seeds
• 1 tsp grated ginger
• 1/4 tsp turmeric
• 3 cups water
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 tbsp lemon juice

Preparation

1. Rinse rice and moong dal together until water runs clear.
2. Heat ghee; bloom cumin and ginger briefly.
3. Add rice-dal, turmeric, salt, and water; bring to a boil.
4. Simmer covered 18–20 minutes until soft and porridge-like.
5. Stir in spinach; cook 2–3 minutes until wilted.
6. Finish with lemon juice and serve warm.