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Puducherry · Breakfast

Kitchdi (Rice + Lentil Porridge)

Traditional 34. Kitchdi recipe

🧺 Ingredients

• Rice (75g) | Moong dal (50g) | Ghee (25ml) | Ginger (10g minced) | Cumin (3g) | Black pepper (2g) | Salt (4g) | Water (1.5 cups) | Curry leaves (6g)

👩‍🍳 How to make Kitchdi

1. Wash rice + moong dal together
2. Heat ghee, add cumin + black pepper (toasted aroma 30 secs)
3. Add ginger, fry 1 min
4. Add rice + dal, toss 2 mins
5. Pour water + salt
6. Bring to boil, then reduce heat to low
7. Cover, cook 15 mins until porridge consistency
8. Stir gently, add curry leaves
9. Fold in more ghee if desired
10. Serve hot, creamy texture with nutty aroma
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