Ingredients
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1 Cup Yellow Lentils (Moong Dal soaked in water for 2 hours)
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1 Cup Rice (soaked in water for 2 hours)
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1 small Cinnamon Stick
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3-4 Cloves
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1/2 Tsp Turmeric Powder (Haldi)
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Salt as per taste
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2-3 Cup Water
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1 bunch Spinach (Palak)
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Hot & Ice Water (to blanch palak)
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Green Chillies (as per taste)
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Ginger
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Garlic Cloves
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1 Spoon Oil
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1 Tsp Cumin Seeds (Jeera)
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1 medium sized Onion puree
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1 Tsp Coriander Seeds Powder
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1/2 Tsp Turmeric Powder (Haldi)
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Pinch of Asafoetida Powder (Hing)
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2 medium sized Tomato Puree
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1 Cup Boiled Sweetcorn
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1 Spoon GheeFor Tadka
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Sliced Garlic, Garam Masala and Red Chilli Powder
About
Corn Palak Khichdi is a nutritious Indian dish made with corn kernels, spinach, and rice or lentils. The dish is known for its wholesome flavor and vibrant green color from the spinach. It’s often served with yogurt or pickle on the side for a complete meal. Corn Palak Khichdi is a popular choice for a comforting and healthy one-pot meal in many Indian households.
Steps
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In a pressure cooker, combine 1 cup soaked Moong Dal, 1 cup Rice, 1 small Cinnamon Stick, 3-4 Cloves, 1/2 tsp Turmeric Powder, Salt to taste, and 2-3 cups of Water. Cook for 3-4 whistles on medium heat. |
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Blanch a bunch of cleaned and de-stemmed Palak (spinach) in hot water for 15 seconds, then transfer to a bowl of Ice Water to cool. Blend the blanched Palak to make a puree. |
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In a chopper, combine Green Chillies, Ginger, and Garlic cloves, and finely chop them. |
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Heat Oil in a pan, add 1 tsp Cumin Seeds, chopped Green Chillies, Ginger, and Garlic. Sauté, then add pureed Onion, Salt to taste, 1 tsp Coriander Seeds Powder, 1/2 tsp Turmeric Powder, and a pinch of Asafoetida Powder. Cover and cook. |
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Once onions are cooked, add 2 medium-sized Tomato Puree, followed by the Palak puree and 1 cup boiled Sweetcorn. |
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Mix in the cooked Dal and Rice mixture. Combine everything well. |
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For tempering, heat Ghee in a pan, add sliced Garlic, Garam Masala, and Red Chilli Powder. Mix well. |
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Serve the Corn Palak Khichdi warm in a bowl, and pour the prepared tempering over it. |
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Enjoy the delicious and iron-packed Corn Palak Khichdi as a nutritious meal! Remember to follow each step carefully for best results. |