Daliya Khichdi(ডালিয়া খিচুড়ি)

 Here's a simple recipe for Daliya Khichdi:

Ingredients:

1 cup daliya (broken wheat)

½ cup split green gram (moong dal) without skin

1 small carrot, chopped

½ cup green peas

1 small potato, peeled and diced

1 small tomato, chopped

1 teaspoon cumin seeds

½ teaspoon turmeric powder

½ teaspoon garam masala (optional)

Salt to taste

2 tablespoons ghee or oil

4 cups water

Fresh coriander leaves for garnish

Instructions:

1. Roast the Daliya: In a pan, dry roast the daliya on medium heat for 4-5 minutes or until it turns light golden. Set aside.

2. Prepare the Dal: Wash and drain the moong dal. Keep it aside.

3. Sauté Vegetables: Heat ghee or oil in a pressure cooker. Add cumin seeds and let them splutter. Add the chopped tomatoes and cook until they turn soft.

4. Add Spices and Vegetables: Mix in turmeric powder and any optional spices. Add the chopped carrot, potato, and green peas. Stir well.

5. Combine Daliya and Dal: Add the roasted daliya and washed moong dal to the pressure cooker. Mix thoroughly with the vegetables.

6. Add Water and Cook: Pour in 4 cups of water and add salt to taste. Close the lid and cook for 2-3 whistles (around 10-12 minutes).

7. Release Pressure: Let the pressure release naturally. Open the lid and stir the khichdi. If it appears too thick, add some warm water and adjust the consistency.

8. Garnish and Serve: Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and serve hot with a side of curd or pickle.

Enjoy your healthy and comforting Daliya Khichdi!