Bamboo Rice Khichdi

Method

1. 1

   Prepare bamboo rice: Bamboo rice (moongil arisi) is rice harvested from bamboo seeds. Wash 1.5 cups bamboo rice thoroughly under running water.

2. 2

   Soak: Soak bamboo rice in cold water for 1 hour. Drain.

3. 3

   Make khichdi base: Heat 2 tbsp ghee in a pressure cooker. Add 1 tsp cumin seeds and a bay leaf.

4. 4

   Add onion: Add 1 finely chopped onion. Cook 5 minutes until soft.

5. 5

   Add ginger-garlic and green chilli: Add 1 tsp ginger-garlic paste and 2 slit green chillies. Fry 1 minute.

6. 6

   Add moong dal: Add half cup washed moong dal. Stir with the bamboo rice.

7. 7

   Add drained bamboo rice: Add drained bamboo rice. Toss gently with the dal and onion.

8. 8

   Add water: Add 3 cups warm water and salt. Stir well and bring to a boil.

9. 9

   Pressure cook: Cover and cook for 3-4 whistles until rice and dal are completely soft.

10. 10

    Serve: Open cooker and add 2 tbsp ghee. Mix well. Bamboo rice khichdi should be soft and comforting. Serve with pickle and papad.