Bihari Chura Bihari Khichdi

Bihari Chura Bihari Khichdi is a delightful midnight dish that combines the crunch of flattened rice with a comforting blend of spices and lentils. This gluten-free meal is perfect for late-night cravings, offering a warm and nourishing option.

Ingredients

• Flattened rice (chura) - 1 cup
• Moong dal (split yellow lentils) - 1/2 cup
• Water - 2 cups
• Ghee (clarified butter) - 2 tablespoons
• Cumin seeds - 1 teaspoon
• Mustard seeds - 1/2 teaspoon
• Turmeric powder - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Green chili - 1, slit
• Ginger - 1 teaspoon, grated
• Coriander leaves - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Asafoetida (hing) - a pinch

Steps

1. Rinse the moong dal under cold water until the water runs clear, then soak it in water for about 15 minutes.
2. In a pot, heat ghee over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and mustard seeds, allowing them to splutter.
3. Add the grated ginger and slit green chili, sautéing for a minute until fragrant.
4. Stir in the soaked and drained moong dal, turmeric powder, and salt. Sauté for 2-3 minutes.
5. Add 2 cups of water to the pot and bring to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 10-15 minutes until the dal is soft.
6. While the dal is cooking, rinse the flattened rice (chura) in cold water and let it sit for 5 minutes to soften.
7. Once the dal is cooked, gently fold in the softened chura and mix well. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until heated through.
8. Remove from heat, garnish with chopped coriander leaves, and serve hot.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 12 g
• Carbs: 55 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 250 mg
• Cholesterol: 10 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein due to the presence of moong dal, which supports muscle health.
• Rich in dietary fiber from the lentils and flattened rice, promoting digestive health.

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