Luke Coutinho (Designed by Priyanka Vithlani, Meal planning analyst)

Health with a twist- Fusion khichdi

Mexican Khichdi is a tasty fusion of Indian and Mexican Cuisine, which is innovative as well as the perfect choice for all those who are craving a twist and a wholesome dish at the same time. It’s a go-to dish that soothes your taste buds with different flavours making it a delicious and nutritious one.

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Prep Time 15

Total Time 15

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: Indian, Mexican

Calories: 145

Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

2 cups hand-pounded sona masuri rice soaked for 8 to 10 hours, and cooked
1 cup black beans soaked for 12 hours, and cooked
1 tbsp cold pressed coconut oil
2 cloves garlic chopped
1 onion finely chopped
2 to matoes chopped
1 green bell pepper chopped
¼ cup corn kernels boiled
2 tbsp fresh coriander leaves chopped
1 jalapeno chopped
to taste black pepper powder
to taste salt
1-½ tsp lemon juice
for garnishing spring onion chopped
for garnishing avocado sliced

Method

Heat oil in a pan, add chopped onions and saute it until translucent.
Now add minced garlic and saute it for a minute.
Now add green bell pepper, tomatoes, corn kernels, jalapeno, salt, and pepper.
Mix well and saute it for 2-3 minutes.
Now add cooked rice, beans, lemon juice, chopped coriander leaves. Mix well and cook for 2-3 minutes more.
Transfer the Mexican khichdi into a serving bowl and garnish with the spring onions and sliced avocado. Serve immediately.