Broccoli Brown Rice Khichdi Recipe
Broccoli Brown Rice Khichdi Recipe – a flavorful twist to the traditional comfort food! Packed with nutty brown basmati rice, vibrant broccoli, and a blend of aromatic spices, this one-pot wonder is both nutritious and delicious.
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 large head broccoli ,florets, chop the stem
- 1 cup cooked brown basmati rice
- 1 medium onion ,chopped
- 3-4 cloves garlic , minced
- 1-2 green chili ,adjust to taste
- ½ inch ginger ,grated
- 3 cup water or vegetable broth ,as needed
Whole Spices
- ½ teaspoon cumin seeds
- 1 black cardamom
- 3-4 cloves
- 5-6 peppercorns
- 1 bay leaf
Ground Spices
- ¼ teaspoon turmeric powder
- ¼ teaspoon red chili powder ,adjust to taste
- 1 teaspoon garam masala
- salt to taste
- 2 tablespoon ghee or butter
For Topping
- 1-2 tablespoon ghee or butter ,to taste
Instructions
Pressure Cooker Recipe For Khichdi
- Rinse the brown basmati rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Cook the rice according to package instructions and set aside.
- Wash and chop the broccoli, separating the florets and chopping the stem.
- Heat 2 tablespoons of ghee or butter in the pressure cooker over medium heat. Add cumin seeds, black cardamom, cloves, peppercorns, and bay leaf. Sauté for a minute until the spices release their aroma.
- Add chopped onions and sauté until they become translucent.
- Add minced garlic, chopped green chilies, and grated ginger. Sauté for an additional 1-2 minutes until the raw smell disappears.
- Add turmeric powder and red chili powder. Mix well.
- Add chopped broccoli florets and stems, cooked brown basmati rice, and water or broth, and mix everything.
- Season with salt according to your taste.
- Close the pressure cooker lid, place the weight and allow it to come to a pressure. Reduce the heat to low, and cook for about 5-7 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
- Let the pressure release naturally. Open the lid. Stir the khichdi gently.
- Add garam masala, and check for the seasoning. Add hot water to adjust the consistency of the khichdi.
- Drizzle 1-2 tablespoons of ghee or butter over the khichdi.
- Serve the Broccoli Brown Rice Masala Khichdi hot, with some yogurt, papad, and pickle.
Broccoli Brown Rice Khichdi In Instant Pot
- Start by washing the brown basmati rice thoroughly. Cook it according to package instructions or using your preferred method, and set aside.
- Turn on the Instant Pot to the "Sauté" mode. Once hot, add 2 tablespoons of ghee or butter.
- Add cumin seeds, black cardamom, cloves, peppercorns, and bay leaf. Sauté for a minute until the spices release their aroma.
- Add chopped onions and sauté until they become translucent.
- Add minced garlic, grated ginger, and green chilies. Sauté for an additional 1-2 minutes until the raw smell disappears.
- Stir in turmeric powder, and red chili powder. Mix well.
- Add chopped broccoli florets and stems, cooked brown basmati rice, and water or broth, and mix everything.
- Season with salt according to your taste and stir well.
- Close the Instant Pot lid and set it to the "Manual" or "Pressure Cook" mode for 4 minutes.
- Once the cooking cycle is complete, allow natural pressure release.
- Open the lid, add garam masala, and check for the seasoning. Add hot water to adjust the consistency of the khichdi.
- Drizzle 1-2 tablespoons of ghee or butter over the khichdi.
- Serve the Broccoli Brown Rice Masala Khichdi hot, with some yogurt, papad, and pickle.
Notes
Please refer to the post for the following:
- Tips For Khichdi Recipe
- Frequently Asked Questions
Nutrition
Nutrition Facts
Broccoli Brown Rice Khichdi Recipe
Amount per Serving
Calories
196
% Daily Value*
Fat
9
g
14
%
Saturated Fat
5
g
31
%
Polyunsaturated Fat
1
g
Monounsaturated Fat
2
g
Cholesterol
19
mg
6
%
Sodium
93
mg
4
%
Potassium
591
mg
17
%
Carbohydrates
27
g
9
%
Fiber
6
g
25
%
Sugar
4
g
4
%
Protein
6
g
12
%
Vitamin A
990
IU
20
%
Vitamin C
140
mg
170
%
Calcium
93
mg
9
%
Iron
2
mg
11
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Disclaimer
Nutrition values are my best estimates. If you rely on them for your diet, use your preferred nutrition calculator.
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