🥣 Sattvic Moong Dal Khichdi Recipe for Digestion & Calm
👉This moong dal khichdi recipe is gut-healing, gentle, and deeply nourishing.
👉 A sattvic, Jain-friendly dish supporting anti-inflammatory and mindful eating habits.
👉An easy one-pot dinner promoting easy digestion and restful sleep.
🧂Ingredients (for two to three servings)
Below is a list of ingredients along with their respective quantities and helpful notes.
Ingredient | Qty. | Notes |
|---|---|---|
Moong Dal (Split Yellow) | ⅓ cup (70 g) | Easy to digest and sattvic in nature |
White Rice (short-grain) | 1 tsp | Can substitute with brown rice for extra fiber |
Cow Ghee(clarified butter) | ½ tsp | Preferably A2 or organic, Nourishes tissues, balances Vata |
Rock Salt (Sendha Namak) | To taste | Enhances sattvic purity |
Fresh Ginger (grated) | 1 tsp | Aids digestion and warms the system |
Turmeric Powder | ¼ tsp | Anti-inflammatory and grounding |
Cumin Seeds (Jeera) | ½ tsp | For gentle tempering |
Carom Seeds (ajwain) | ½ tsp | For digestion |
Fresh Coriander | A few sprigs | Adds cooling effect and aroma |
Water | 2.5 to 3 cups(400-475 ml) | For gentle cooking |
🌱Instructions (Step-by-Step)
🍽️ How to Make Sattvic Moong Dal Khichdi Recipe
1) Rinse & Soak🥄
Wash moong dal and rice thoroughly. Soak for 15–30 minutes.
2) Ghee Tempering🔥
In a clay or iron pot, melt cow ghee. Add cumin, ajwain, grated ginger. Let it sizzle gently.
3) Combine Dal & Water🥘
Add soaked dal and 2.5x water. Optionally, a tablespoon of rice or millet. Stir gently.
4)Simmer & Cook🍲
Cover and simmer on low flame for 20–25 minutes until dal is mushy and flavors blend.
5) Final Ghee Drizzle
Just before serving, top with 1 tsp warm ghee and a pinch of rock salt or roasted jeera powder.
✨ Why Choose Sattvic Khichdi for Dinner?
💡 Pro Tips for Khichdi
🥗Nutrition Highlights (Per Serving)
Nutrient | Approx. Value |
Calories | ~220 kcal |
Fiber | 5 g |
Carbs | ~30g |
Protein | ~9g |
Healthy Fat | 4 g (from ghee) |
Digestive enzymes | Via ginger |
Sodium | Low |
⚖️Wholesome Vegetable Khichdi vs Moong Dal Khichdi – What’s the Difference?
Feature | 🥣 Vegetable Khichdi (Lunch) | 🌙 Light Moong Dal Khichdi (Dinner) |
|---|---|---|
Grains & Lentils | Rice + Moong Dal | Primarily Moong Dal (minimal rice or millet optional) |
Veggies Used | Carrots, beans, peas, etc. | No vegetables, or very light like bottle gourd or spinach |
Fat Profile | Cow ghee + coconut oil tempering | Minimal cow ghee only (light tempering) |
Spices | Tridosha-balancing mix: cumin, turmeric, ginger | Gut-soothing: jeera, ajwain, ginger |
Purpose | Grounding, Tridosha pacification | Easy-to-digest, post-sunset, sleep-supportive |
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