Khichadi rice is a short to medium-grain, easy-to-cook rice variety commonly used in Indian households for making khichadi-a comforting, porridge-like dish made with rice and lentils. This rice is typically soft, starchy, and quick-cooking, making it ideal for dishes that require a mushy or semi-soft texture.

Apart from traditional khichadi, it is also used in preparations like pongal, curd rice, or simple rice gruels, especially for babies, the elderly, or during illness due to its light and easily digestible nature.