Indian food

Khichuri

Also called: Khichuri, Кхичури, Khichdi, Dhakai bhuna khichuri

Rice and roasted moong dal cooked together to a soft, ghee-heavy mass with cauliflower and peas. In Bengal it is temple food and rain food, offered first and eaten by everyone after.

How it's eaten

Traditionally with a fried aubergine slice and a wedge of lemon.

Where to try it

Mayapur

Offered first and eaten by everyone after. The temple kitchen cooks it by the cauldron, and on rainy days it is all anyone wants.

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