Instant Pot Millet Khichdi
Millet khichdi is a flavorful variation of the classic Indian khichdi. This one-pot meal is loaded with vegetables of your choice, making it a wholesome option that's perfect for the whole family.
Prep Time10 minutes mins
Cook Time20 minutes mins
Total Time30 minutes mins
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Indian
Diet: Diabetic, Gluten Free, Hindu, Vegan, Vegetarian
Servings: 6
Calories: 352kcal
Vegetables:
- 1 large tomato chopped
- 1 cup spinach (fresh or frozen)
- 1 medium carrot diced
- 8-10 green beans cut into 1-inch pieces
- ½ cup cauliflower florets
- ½ cup peas
Make the khichdi:
Set the Instant Pot to saute mode and add oil. Add cumin seeds and bay leaf. Saute for a few seconds.
Once the cumin splutters, add onion, ginger, and garlic. Saute for 3 minutes.
Add tomato, ground turmeric powder, chili powder, ground coriander, and garam masala. Add ¼ cup water and mix well.
Cover and let the tomatoes cook for 2 minutes.
Next, add the vegetables and salt.
Drain water from millet and dal. Add it to the pot. Add 6 cups of water.
Mix well and deglaze the pot. Secure the lid of the Instant Pot and pressure cook for 8 minutes.
Do a natural pressure release for 10 minutes, then a quick release.
Add cilantro (coriander leaves) and mix well. Serve hot.
It is important to soak the foxtail millet overnight (or for a minimum of 4-5 hours). This not only helps remove the phytates from it but also helps in cooking it quickly.
I use a combination of moong dal (yellow lentils) and chana dal (Bengal gram). Chana dal makes the khichdi creamy. You may use any dal of your choice.
I use 6 cups of water for 2 cups of millet and dal combined. This millet-to-water ratio gives me khichdi, which is of porridge consistency. If you want a dry khichdi, use 5 cups of water.
Calories: 352kcal | Carbohydrates: 59g | Protein: 14g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 1g | Sodium: 35mg | Potassium: 486mg | Fiber: 11g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 2763IU | Vitamin C: 25mg | Calcium: 64mg | Iron: 4mg