Quino Khichadi with Baby Spinach
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Quino Khichadi with Baby Spinach

Quino Khichadi with Baby Spinach recipe with quinoa (quinoa grain) and dal Red Gram. Find practical serving ideas for lunch.

New (0 reviews)0 viewsMay 30, 2026

Total

30 mins

Prep

13 mins

Cook

17 mins

Skill

Intermediate

Cuisine · West IndianCuisine · Rajasthani

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About Quino Khichadi with Baby Spinach

Quino Khichadi with Baby Spinach: a thoughtfully prepared everyday recipe

Quino Khichadi with Baby Spinach is a home-cooked dish with recognisable ingredients and balanced flavour. Made with quinoa (quinoa grain), dal Red Gram, spinach, and carom Seeds (ajwain), this recipe keeps its key flavours easy to recognise and enjoyable at the table.

The recorded preparation and cooking flow takes about 30 minutes, making it a practical option for lunch and dinner. Always use the ingredient list itself when checking whether this dish matches your food preferences.

What makes this Quino Khichadi with Baby Spinach recipe special

The appeal of this recipe lies in the way familiar ingredients are prepared with care. Follow the stated quantities and method first, then make small seasoning adjustments only at the finish.

  • quinoa (quinoa grain): Forms an important part of the recipe's identity and texture.
  • dal Red Gram: Adds its own texture and familiar homemade character.
  • spinach: Adds its own texture and familiar homemade character.
  • carom Seeds (ajwain): Adds its own texture and familiar homemade character.
  • asafoetida (hing): Adds its own texture and familiar homemade character.

Cooking approach and texture

The technique here centres on step-by-step home cooking. Read through the method before beginning, prepare the ingredients, and cook with steady heat or careful assembly as the dish requires. Small adjustments at the finish make the final texture more enjoyable.

One useful cue from the method is to soak the quinoa overnight. (For better results). Continue through the remaining steps in order so the ingredients come together with a more consistent finish.

Planning and preparation notes

Read through the complete method before heating the pan and arrange measured ingredients within reach. If parts of the dish are prepared in advance, keep them covered and combine or reheat gently near serving time so the intended texture remains inviting.

Kitchen tips for a better result

  • Prepare and measure ingredients before beginning.
  • Taste and adjust seasoning near the finish.
  • Serve at the temperature that best suits the recipe style.

How to serve Quino Khichadi with Baby Spinach

Serve freshly prepared as part of a home meal, choosing simple accompaniments that complement rather than hide its main flavours. Simple accompaniments let the recipe's main ingredients remain clear on the plate.

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Cook with the ingredient list and method as your primary guide; tags on Kya Khayen help with discovery and everyday preference-based planning, not medical advice.

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Method

  1. Prepare the ingredients

  2. Build the flavour base

  3. Cook until ready

  4. Build the flavour base

  5. Finish and serve

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Nutrition values

Estimated energy

204kcal

For 1 serving, based on measured ingredients.

Protein

8.6 g

Fiber

7.4 g

Macro breakdown

Protein8.6 g
Carbohydrates23.8 g
Total fat9.5 g
Dietary fiber7.4 g

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204kcal

Energy

8.6g

Protein

23.8g

Carbs

9.5g

Total fat

7.4g

Fiber

Vitamins

Vitamin A446.2 mcg
Vitamin C24.8 mg
Vitamin D1.6 mcg
Vitamin E2.0 mg
Vitamin K370.5 mcg
Vitamin B12.7 mg
Vitamin B23.1 mg
Vitamin B60.3 mg
Folate B9197.8 mcg

Minerals

Calcium195.8 mg
Iron5.3 mg
Phosphorus158.4 mg
Potassium717.3 mg
Sodium159.2 mg
Zinc48.8 mg

Calculated from measured ingredients for 1 serving.

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