## Aloo Matar Masala Khichdi Recipe (Indian Style) – Easy & Delicious Recipe
Discover how to make a delicious and authentic **Aloo Matar Masala Khichdi Recipe** with this easy-to-follow recipe. A traditional **Indian Main Course**, this dish is **Vegetarian** and perfect for any occasion.
**Yields:** 4 servings
**Prep time:** 5 minutes
**Cook time:** 20 minutes
**Total time:** 25 minutes
**Cuisine:** Indian
**Course:** Main Course
**Diet:** Vegetarian
### Ingredients for Aloo Matar Masala Khichdi Recipe:
* 1 cup Rice
* 1/2 cup Green peas (Matar)
* 3 Potatoes (Aloo) – cut into big cubes
* 1 Onion – thinly sliced
* 1 tablespoon Ginger Garlic Paste
* 2 Green Chillies – finely chopped
* 1 Black cardamom (Badi Elaichi)
* 1 Bay leaf (tej patta)
* 2 Cardamom (Elaichi) Pods/Seeds
* 1 inch Cinnamon Stick (Dalchini)
* 2 Cloves (Laung)
* 1 teaspoon Cumin seeds (Jeera)
* 1 teaspoon Coriander Powder (Dhania)
* 1 teaspoon Cumin powder (Jeera)
* 1/2 teaspoon Black pepper powder
* 1/2 teaspoon Red Chilli powder
* 1 tablespoon Ghee
* 1 tablespoon Coriander (Dhania) Leaves – finely chopped for garnish
* Salt – to taste
### Step-by-Step Instructions to Make Aloo Matar Masala Khichdi Recipe:
1. wash the rice and keep it soaked in water till you add it into the recipe.
2. Wash, de-skin, cut the potatoes into big cubes and keep it immersed in a bowl of water until further cooking.
3. Heat ghee in a pressure pan, add the whole spices – bay leaf, black and green cardamoms, cinnamon, cloves and let it release its flavours into the ghee.
4. Add the cumin seeds and let it splutter.
5. Add the sliced onions, green chilies and saute until the onions turns translucent.
6. Drain the potatoes from water and add it to the pressure pan along with peas and saute for a minute.
7. Add the coriander powder, cumin pepper and red chilli powder and mix well.
8. Add the drained and soaked rice, about 5 cups of water, season with salt and bring it to a rolling boil.
9. Close it with the pressure pan lid and cook for 4 to 5 whistles, or till done.
10. Switch off the heat, let the pressure release on its own before opening the lid.
11. Garnish with coriander leaves use a fork to carefully mix the khichdi.
12. Serve the Aloo Matar Masala Khichdi Recipe along with Cauliflower & Cucumber Raita Recipe and Papad for a simple yet delightful weeknight dinner.
### Tips for the Best Aloo Matar Masala Khichdi Recipe:
* Always use the freshest ingredients available for the best flavor.
* Adjust the level of spices like chili powder to suit your personal taste.
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