Gentle Moong Dal Khichdi

Steps

1. 1

   Rinse the rice and lentils separately until the water is mostly clear.

2. 2

   Dice the carrot into 1 cm pieces.

3. 3

   Warm the oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.

4. 4

   Add cumin and stir for 30 seconds.

5. 5

   Add ginger and turmeric and stir for another 20 seconds.

6. 6

   Add rice, lentils, carrot, salt, and 900 ml water.

7. 7

   Bring to a boil, then partly cover and simmer gently for 25 minutes, stirring occasionally.

8. 8

   Add the peas and simmer for 5–8 minutes, until the rice and lentils are very soft.

9. 9

   Add a little water if needed for a spoonable consistency.

10. 10

    Divide between two bowls.