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Ingredients

• 1 cup Dried Chickpeas (soaked 5‑6 hours, then boiled until tender)
• 1 cup Basmati Rice (rinsed and soaked 1 hour)
• 1 medium Bottle Gourd (Lauki) (peeled and grated)
• 2 medium Potatoes (peeled and diced)
• 2 medium Tomatoes (chopped)
• 3 pieces Green Chilies (finely chopped, adjust to heat preference)
• 1/4 cup Fresh Mint Leaves (roughly chopped)
• 1 cup Plain Yogurt (room temperature)
• 1 tsp Cumin Seeds
• 1/2 tsp Turmeric Powder
• 1 tsp Red Chili Powder
• 1 tsp Coriander Powder
• 1 tsp Salt (plus extra for raita)
• 1/2 tsp Black Salt (optional, for raita)
• 1 tsp Ghee (for dhungar (smoke) in raita)
• 1 small Charcoal Piece (for dhungar, optional)
• 3 cups Water (adjust for desired consistency)

Instructions

1. Soak Chickpeas

   Rinse 1 cup dried chickpeas, place them in a bowl, cover with water and let soak for 5‑6 hours or overnight.

   Time: PT5H

2. Soak Rice

   Rinse 1 cup basmati rice until water runs clear, then soak in water for 1 hour.

   Time: PT1H

3. Prepare Vegetables

   Peel and grate the bottle gourd, dice potatoes and tomatoes, and finely chop green chilies.

   Time: PT15M

4. Temper Spices

   Heat 2 tbsp oil in a deep skillet over medium heat. Add 1 tsp cumin seeds; when they sputter, add the chopped green chilies and tomatoes. Stir for 2 minutes, then add ½ tsp turmeric, 1 tsp red chili powder, 1 tsp coriander powder, and salt to taste. Fry until the raw aroma disappears.

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: Medium heat

5. Add Vegetables and Chickpeas

   Stir in the grated bottle gourd, diced potatoes, and the boiled chickpeas (or the soaked chickpeas if using a pressure cooker directly). Cook for 3 minutes, allowing the vegetables to coat with the spice mixture.

   Time: PT3M

   Temperature: Medium heat

6. Cook the Khichdi

   Drain the soaked rice and add it to the skillet. Pour in 3 cups water, give a gentle stir, then transfer the whole mixture to a pressure cooker. Close the lid and cook on high heat until you hear 2 whistles (approximately 10‑12 minutes). Turn off the heat and let the pressure release naturally.

   Time: PT12M

   Temperature: High heat (until whistle)

7. Prepare Smoky Lauki‑Mint Raita

   In a mixing bowl, whisk 1 cup plain yogurt until smooth. Add the remaining grated bottle gourd, chopped mint leaves, 1 finely chopped green chili, ½ tsp black salt, and regular salt to taste. Mix well.

   Time: PT5M

8. Add Dhungar (Smoked Flavor) to Raita

   Heat a small piece of charcoal until red hot, place it in a tiny heat‑proof bowl, drizzle 1 tsp ghee over it, and immediately cover the bowl with the raita for 30 seconds. Remove the charcoal and stir the raita to distribute the smoky aroma.

   Time: PT3M

   Temperature: Hot charcoal

9. Serve

   Fluff the cooked khichdi with a fork, serve hot alongside the smoky lauki‑mint raita. Garnish with extra mint leaves if desired.

   Time: PT2M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

350

Protein

12 g

Carbohydrates

60 g

Fat

6 g

Fiber

8 g

Ingredient Substitutions

• Instead of Dried Chickpeas: Canned chickpeas (drained)
• Instead of Basmati Rice: Long grain rice
• Instead of Bottle Gourd (Lauki): Zucchini (grated)
• Instead of Potatoes: Sweet potatoes
• Instead of Tomatoes: Canned diced tomatoes (drained)
• Instead of Green Chilies: Jalapeño (finely chopped)
• Instead of Fresh Mint Leaves: Cilantro
• Instead of Plain Yogurt: Greek yogurt (thinned)
• Instead of Cumin Seeds: Ground cumin (1/2 tsp)
• Instead of Red Chili Powder: Paprika (mild)
• Instead of Salt: Sea salt
• Instead of Black Salt: Regular salt
• Instead of Ghee: Butter
• Instead of Charcoal Piece: Smoked paprika (for flavor)

Equipment Needed

• Pressure Cooker
• Deep Skillet or Kadai
• Grater
• Knife
• Cutting Board
• Mixing Bowl
• Ladle
• Small Heat‑proof Bowl (optional)
• Spatula

Critical Steps — Do Not Skip

• Soaking chickpeas for 5‑6 hours (or overnight).
• Pressure cooking until exactly 2 whistles.
• Adding grated bottle gourd early so it integrates into the khichdi.
• Creating dhungar (smoked flavor) for the raita.

Chef Tips from the Video

• For extra aroma, add a pinch of asafoetida (hing) while tempering cumin.
• Use a heavy‑bottomed pan to prevent the khichdi from sticking at the bottom.
• Garnish the finished khichdi with a drizzle of ghee for a richer flavor.

Troubleshooting

Storage

Refrigerator: Store khichdi and raita in airtight containers for up to 3 days.

Freezer: Khichdi freezes well for up to 1 month; thaw and reheat gently. Raita does not freeze.

Room temperature: Do not keep at room temperature for more than 2 hours.

Make-Ahead Tips

• Soak chickpeas a day ahead and store in the refrigerator.
• Pre‑boil chickpeas and keep them ready for quick assembly.
• Raita can be prepared up to 2 hours in advance; keep it chilled.

Frequently Asked Questions