Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup broken wheat
- 1 cup split green gram (moong dal)
- 1 cup mutton, cut into small pieces
- 2 onions, finely chopped
- 2 tomatoes, finely chopped
- 2 green chilies, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste
- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
- 1 teaspoon coriander powder
- 1 teaspoon red chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
- Salt to taste
- 2 tablespoons ghee
- 4 cups water
Special equipment needed:
- Pressure cooker
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Wash the broken wheat and moong dal separately and soak them in water for 30 minutes.
2. In a pressure cooker, heat ghee and add cumin seeds. Let them splutter.
3. Add chopped onions and green chilies. Saute until onions turn translucent.
4. Add ginger-garlic paste and saute for a minute.
5. Add chopped tomatoes and cook until they turn soft.
6. Add mutton pieces and cook until they turn brown.
7. Add coriander powder, red chili powder, turmeric powder, and salt. Mix well.
8. Drain the water from soaked broken wheat and moong dal and add them to the pressure cooker. Mix well.
9. Add 4 cups of water and close the pressure cooker lid. Cook for 4-5 whistles or until the mutton and grains are cooked well.
10. Let the pressure release naturally.
11. Serve hot with garnish of your choice.
Time:
Preparation time: 30 minutes
Cooking time: 30 minutes
Temperature:
Not applicable
Serving size:
4-5 people
Nutritional information:
Calories: 350
Fat: 12g
Protein: 20g
Carbohydrates: 40g
Fiber: 10g
Sugar: 5g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Broken wheat can be substituted with rice or barley.
- Moong dal can be substituted with any other lentil.
- Mutton can be substituted with chicken or beef.
Variations:
- Vegetarian Khichra can be made by skipping mutton and using vegetables like carrots, beans, and peas.
- Spices can be adjusted as per taste.
Tips and tricks:
- Soaking grains before cooking helps in reducing the cooking time.
- Use a pressure cooker for faster cooking.
- Khichra tastes best when served hot.
Storage instructions:
- Khichra can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
- Reheat Khichra in a microwave or on a stove with a little water.
Presentation ideas:
- Serve Khichra in a bowl with a garnish of coriander leaves and fried onions.
Garnishes:
- Coriander leaves
- Fried onions
- Lemon wedges
Pairings:
- Khichra can be paired with raita or yogurt.
Suggested side dishes:
- Papad
- Pickle
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the Khichra is too thick, add more water and cook for a few more minutes.
- If the Khichra is too thin, cook for a few more minutes without the lid to evaporate the excess water.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure the mutton is cooked well to avoid any foodborne illnesses.
Food history:
- Khichra is a popular dish in the Indian subcontinent and is believed to have originated in the Mughal era.
Flavor profiles:
- Khichra has a savory and spicy flavor.
Serving suggestions:
- Serve Khichra as a main course for lunch or dinner.
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