Weightloss Quinoa Palak Khichdi

Directions

  1. 1In a bowl, add Quinoa, moong dal, chana dal, toor dal and water.
  2. 2Wash properly and soak for 30 minutes.
  3. 3Drain the mixture.
  4. 4Transfer to a pressure cooker along with water, salt, and turmeric.
  5. 5Pressure cook for 3-4 whistles.
  6. 6Meanwhile, blanch spinach in water and drain.
  7. 7Blend spinach along with ginger and chillies to make a paste.
  8. 8In a pan, add ghee and cumin seeds.
  9. 9Add beans and carrots and saute.
  10. 10Add the spinach paste to the pan.
  11. 11Add salt and garam masala.
  12. 12Add the cooked quinoa and dal mixture to the pan.
  13. 13Mix well.
  14. 14Garnish with tempering of ghee, chilli powder, and garlic.
  15. 15Serve in a bowl.
  16. 16Garnish with fresh coriander.

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup Quinoa
  • 0.33 cup moong dal
  • 0.33 cup chana dal
  • 0.33 cup toor dal
  • 1 tbsp ghee
  • 1 tbsp turmeric
  • as per taste salt
  • 1 tbsp garam masala
  • 1 cup spinach blanched
  • 1 inch ginger
  • chilli
  • beans
  • carrot
  • 3 cups water
  • cumin seeds
  • garlic
  • chilli powder

Equipment

bowlpressure cookerpantongs

Tips

  • Serve hot and garnish with fresh coriander.
  • This is a healthy and high-protein meal.
  • Perfect for lunch or dinner.