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One Pot Quinoa Khichdi

Quinoa Khichdi is a super simple quinoa recipe and a delicious meal for babies, toddlers and the family. Perfect for busy moms with less time on hand.
Course Main Course
Cuisine Indian
Keyword one pot quinoa recipes, quinoa for baby, quinoa for baby led weaning, quinoa khichdi, quinoa recipes, quinoa recipes for baby, simple quinoa recipes
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4

Ingredients

  • 1 cup quinoa
  • 1 cup masoor dal
  • 1/2 cup frozen peas
  • 1 large carrot chopped
  • 2 1/2 cups water
  • 1 tsp cumin seeds
  • 1/2 tsp turmeric
  • 1/2 tsp garam masala
  • 1 tsp sambar powder
  • 3-4 curry leaves
  • salt to taste
  • 1 tbsp cold pressed groundnut oil

Instructions

  • Start by soaking a 1:1 proportion of quinoa and masoor dal. Soak the quinoa and masoor dal separately for about 20 minutes. Wash the quinoa thoroughly before soaking.
  • In a hot pan, add a tablespoon of oil, followed by cumin seeds and curry leaves. Let these sputter in the hot oil.
  • Now add veggies of your choice, I had carrots and peas on hand. Fry them in the oil.
  • Add the quinoa and masoor dal, followed by 2 and a half cups of water, salt, and spices.
  • Stir and let this cook for about 5 to 7 minutes.
  • When cooked, all the water is absorbed by the quinoa. Fluff up the quinoa with a fork and serve it with homemade yogurt. I add a little black salt to the yogurt to give it some flavor.