Khichdi kadi

For Khichdi

1. Heat a spoon of ghee.
2. Add 1 tsp mustard seeds, 1 tsp jeera seeds, 1 bay leaf, 1 inch cinnamon stick, 1 bay leaf, 2 cloves, 1 pinch hing and let it pop.
3. Add 1 tsp haldi, 1/4 tsp red chilli, 4 crushed green chillis and 1 onion chopped. Fry till onions are brown.
4. Add 1 cup mixed veggies and a handful of spinch leaves and saute.
5. Add 1/2 cup rice and 3/4 cup moong dal ( washed and soaked for 15 -20 mins)and saute.
6. Add 4 cups of water , 2 tsp salt and pressure cook for 2 whistles.


For Kadhi

1. Mix 1 cup plain yogurt, 1.5 cups water, 3 tsp. besan, 1 tsp. sugar and a dash of salt in a bowl.
2. Now heat oil in a saucepan and add with 5-6 curry leaves, 1 tsp. minced ginger, 3 dried red chillies and 1 tsp. each of mustard and cumin seeds.
3. Add the yogurt mixture and bring to boil.
4. Simmer it for 10-12 minutes stirring almost constantly or until the chickpea flour is cooked.