Khichdi Fried Rice

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Khichdi Fried Rice

Description

Cooking Time

Preparation Time :15 Min

Cook Time : 20 Min

Total Time : 35 Min

Ingredients

Serves : 5
  • Leftover khichdi 2 to 3 cups


  • Fresh veggies of your choice diced about 2 cups.


  • Butter or ghee 2 tbsp


  • Chilli flakes 1 tbsp


  • Salt 1 tsp


  • Green chillies finely chopped 1 tbsp


  • Garlic mince 1 tbsp


  • Spring onions 1/2 small bunch


  • Coriander leaves 1/4 cup


  • Garam masala 1 tsp

Directions

  • Heat butter or ghee in a non stick deep fry pan. Add garlic mince at first followed by all the spices except garam masala powder.
  • Saute chopped spring onions for a minute before adding the veggies. Saute all on a medium high heat. The veggies should not be over done.
  • After about 10 mins of stir frying, add khichdi and cook over low flame for 5 to 10 minutes. Sprinkle garam masala and garnish with chopped coriander generously.
  • Serve this yummy variation with curd chillies as i did with any gravy or curry of your choice. Curd chillies go very well with this flavourful rice preparation.
  • A flavourful innovative take on the ever famous rice dish by me. It can be made with leftover khichdi or you may also prepare khichdi especially for this recipe. It is a one pot meal for the kids and the adults alike and makes an ideal one for tiffin box or snack box. A lovely brunch idea too for the busy office going moms. The wastage of food also can be minimised through this aromatic rice preparation. Hence, overall a healthy dish with simple pantry staples and easy hassle free method of cooking.