Khichri

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Ingredients

	1 cup	Basmati rice
	1/2 cup	Moong Dal , yellow
	1 medium	Onion , finely chopped
	1 medium	Tomato , chopped
	2 tablespoons	Ghee
	1 teaspoon	Cumin , seeds
	1 teaspoon	Turmeric powder
	1 teaspoon	Red chili powder
	1 teaspoon	Ginger-garlic paste
	1 stick	Cinnamon
	2 pieces	Clove
	2 pieces	Cardamom , green
	1 to taste	Salt
	3 cups	Water
	2 tablespoons	Cilantro , chopped

Instructions

1. 1 Wash the basmati rice and moong dal together under running water until the water runs clear.
2. 2 Soak the rice and dal mixture in water for 30 minutes, then drain.
3. 3 Heat ghee in a large pot over medium heat.
4. 4 Add cumin seeds, cinnamon stick, cloves, and cardamom, and sauté for a minute until fragrant.
5. 5 Add the chopped onion and sauté until golden brown.
6. 6 Stir in the ginger-garlic paste and sauté for another minute.
7. 7 Add the chopped tomato and cook until it becomes soft.
8. 8 Mix in the turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt.
9. 9 Add the drained rice and dal mixture to the pot and sauté for 2-3 minutes.
10. 10 Pour in 3 cups of water and bring to a boil.
11. 11 Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer for 20-25 minutes or until the rice and dal are cooked and the water is absorbed.
12. 12 Turn off the heat and let the khichri rest for 5 minutes.
13. 13 Fluff the khichri with a fork and garnish with chopped coriander leaves before serving.