Achari Paneer Quinoa Khichadi

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Achari Paneer Quinoa Khichadi

Description

Cooking Time

Preparation Time :15 Min

Cook Time : 30 Min

Total Time : 45 Min

Ingredients

Serves : 4
  • 3/4 cups quinoa, soaked overnight


  • 1/4 cups split skinless moong dal


  • 2 tbsp ghee


  • 1 tsp cumin seeds


  • 1 pinch asafoetida


  • 1 nos green chilli


  • 1/2 tsp grated ginger


  • 1/4 tsp turmeric powder


  • 1 tsp salt


  • 1/2 cups chopped carrot


  • 1/2 cups chopped cabbage


  • 1/4 cups chopped coriander


  • 400 gms paneer


  • 3 tbsp mustard oil


  • 1 tbsp achari masala


  • 1 tsp ginger garlic paste


  • 1 tsp lemon juice


  • 1/2 tsp salt

Directions

  • Cut paneer slab in 1cm thick slices.
  • In a bowl mix mustard oil, achari masala, ginger garlic paste, lemon juice and salt.
  • Gently massage paneer slices with this achari mixture and allow it to sit for minimum 2 hours.
  • Wash soaked quinoa and moong dal 2-3 times with clean water.
  • In a pressure cooker, heat ghee. Add cumin seeds, asafoetida, green chilli, grated ginger and turmeric.
  • Add quinoa, moong dal, chopped carrot, cabbage and salt along with 3 1/3 cups water.
  • Pressure cook for 4-5 whistles.
  • Heat a non-stick pan. Brush with oil. Place paneer slices and cook for 30 seconds on both sides.
  • To serve, arrange paneer slices such that it forms a well shape. Pour quinoa khichadi inside the well and garnish with chopped coriander.