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Kurnool Dahi-wali Masoor Khichdi
🇮🇳 Indian Vegetarian

Kurnool Dahi-wali Masoor Khichdi

🇮🇳 Indian

A vegetarian Indian dish in the spirit of Kurnool cooking — Kurnool Dahi-wali Masoor Khichdi brings a dahi-wali touch with a classic khichdi finish. About 35 minutes from fridge to table.

Prep 10 min Cook 25 min Serves 3 Medium

Ingredients

  • Yogurt1 cup, whisked
  • Ginger Garlic Paste1 tbsp
  • Tomato2, chopped
  • Cumin Seeds1 tsp
  • Vegetable Oil2 tbsp
  • Red Lentils1 cup, rinsed

Optional extras

  • Fresh Cilantro2 tbsp, chopped
  • Lemon1/2

Instructions

  1. 1

    Rinse and prep the main ingredient; pat dry.

  2. 2

    Bloom whole spices in hot oil until aromatic.

  3. 3

    Build the masala base with onion, tomato, and paste.

  4. 4

    Fold in the main ingredient and coat evenly.

  5. 5

    Add liquid (water, stock, or yogurt) and simmer gently.

Chef's tip

Toast whole spices until fragrant before grinding.

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Watch how it's made

Video: Khichdi with Masoor Dal Recipe Video – How to make Hyderabadi Khichdi – Easy and Simple (English) · on YouTube