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Ladakh · Breakfast

Carrot and Lentil Khichdi

Traditional 14. Carrot and Lentil Khichdi recipe

🧺 Ingredients

• ½ cup split red lentils (masoor dal)
• ¼ cup pearl barley
• ½ cup carrots, diced
• 2 cups water
• 1 tbsp yak butter
• ¼ tsp turmeric
• ½ tsp cumin seeds
• Salt to taste

👩‍🍳 How to make Carrot and Lentil Khichdi

1. Rinse lentils and barley separately under running water; drain
2. Heat butter in pot to 65°C
3. Add cumin seeds; let them sizzle for 30 seconds
4. Add lentils and barley; stir for 1-2 mins
5. Add carrots; cook 1 min
6. Pour water; bring to boil (100°C, 3 mins)
7. Add turmeric; reduce heat to low-medium
8. Cover partially; cook for 20-25 mins
9. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking
10. When lentils and barley are soft and mixture is thick, add salt
11. Cook another 2 mins; serve hot (above 60°C)
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