Cracked Wheat Khichdi and Pachi Pulusu – South Indian Style
Recipe Summary
- Learn to make a wholesome and flavorful Cracked Wheat Khichdi packed with vegetables and a tangy Pachi Pulusu, a traditional South Indian raw tamarind soup. This combination offers a balanced and delicious meal, perfect for lunch or dinner.
All Ingredients - For Cracked Wheat Khichdi
- Oil 2 tbsp
- Ghee 1 tbsp
- Cumin seeds 1 tsp
- Mustard seeds 1 tsp
- Green chilies 3-4 (sliced)
- Peas 1/4 cup
- Onion 1/2 (chopped)
- Carrot 1/2 (sliced)
- Red dried chilies 2-3
- Curry leaves a few
- Peppercorn 1/2 tsp
- Ginger pieces 1 tbsp (chopped)
- Cashew nuts 1/4 cup
- Soaked Mung dal 1/2 cup
- Water 4 cups
- Salt to taste
- Cracked wheat 1 cup
- Coriander leaves for garnish
All Ingredients - For Pachi Pulusu
- Tamarind a small ball
- Water 2 cups
- Chilli powder 1 tsp
- Salt to taste
- Ginger garlic paste 1 tsp
- Onion 1/2 (finely chopped)
- Coriander leaves 1/4 cup (chopped)
All Ingredients - For Pachi Pulusu Tempering
- Oil 2 tbsp
- Cumin seeds 1 tsp
- Mustard seeds 1 tsp
- Red dried chillies 2-3
- Curry leaves a few
- Turmeric powder 1/2 tsp
Tools You'll Need
- Pan
- Bowl
Don't have an ingredient? Try these swaps
No Ghee?
- Unsalted butter (1:1)
- Neutral oil (1:1, lacks the toasted note)
No Onion?
- 1 tbsp onion powder (per medium onion)
- 3 tbsp dried minced onion
- Shallots or leeks (1:1)
No Curry leaves?
- 1 bay leaf + a pinch of lemon zest — Aroma only — flavor is unique.
No Cilantro?
- Flat-leaf parsley (1:1, milder)
- Fresh mint (in chutneys, salads)
No Garlic (fresh)?
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder (per clove)
- 1/2 tsp garlic granules (per clove)
⚠ Contains Allergens
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Prepare Khichdi Base
Heat 2 tablespoons of oil and 1 tablespoon of ghee in a pan. Add 1 teaspoon of cumin seeds and 1 teaspoon of mustard seeds, and let them splutter. Then add 3-4 sliced green chilies, 1/4 cup of peas, 1/2 chopped onion, 1/2 sliced carrot, 2-3 red dried chilies, a few curry leaves, 1/2 teaspoon of peppercorns, 1 tablespoon of chopped ginger pieces, and 1/4 cup of cashew nuts. Sauté the vegetables for until they are slightly tender.
Step 2: Add Dal and Water
Add 1/2 cup of soaked mung dal to the pan and fry for another . Pour in 4 cups of water and add salt to taste. Mix everything well.
Step 3: Cook Khichdi
Cover the pan with a lid and cook for until the water starts boiling and vegetables are partially cooked. Then, add 1 cup of cracked wheat, mix thoroughly to prevent lumps, and cover again. Cook for another until the cracked wheat is fully cooked and the water is absorbed.
Step 4: Garnish Khichdi
Once the khichdi is cooked, garnish with fresh coriander leaves. Your Cracked Wheat Khichdi is now ready.
Step 5: Prepare Tamarind Extract for Pachi Pulusu
Take a small ball of tamarind in a bowl and add water. Let it soak for . After soaking, mash the tamarind with your hands to extract the pulp. Strain the pulp into another bowl, discarding the fibrous solids.
Step 6: Mix Pachi Pulusu Ingredients
Add more water to the tamarind extract to achieve desired consistency. Then add 1 teaspoon of chili powder, salt to taste, 1 teaspoon of ginger garlic paste, and 1/2 finely chopped onion. Mix all ingredients well.
Step 7: Add Coriander and Prepare Tempering
Add 1/4 cup of chopped coriander leaves to the pachi pulusu and mix. For tempering, heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a small pan. Add 1 teaspoon of cumin seeds and 1 teaspoon of mustard seeds. Let them splutter.
Step 8: Complete Tempering and Serve
Add 2-3 red dried chilies, a few curry leaves, and 1/2 teaspoon of turmeric powder to the tempering pan. Fry until the curry leaves are crisp and the chilies are fragrant. Pour the hot tempering over the pachi pulusu and mix well. Serve the super tasty Cracked Wheat Khichdi with Pachi Pulusu and pickle.
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