Coconut Rice With Spiced Lentils Recipe

About this recipe

A fragrant coconut rice paired with protein-packed spiced lentils, offering a delightful blend of textures and flavors.

Ingredients

• 1 kg Rice
• 200 ml Coconut Milk
• - Baby Tomatoes
• - Tomato Ketchup
• - MASOOR DAL
• 1 kg Water Chestnuts
• 100 g Salt
• 20 g Turmeric Powder
• - Red Chilli Powder
• - Cumin Seeds 100g
• - Coconut Oil
• - Coriander Powder

Instructions

1. 1. Rinse the rice thoroughly under cold water until the water runs clear.
2. 2. Combine rice, coconut milk, water, and salt in a pot and bring to a boil.
3. 3. Reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 12-15 minutes until the rice is fluffy and aromatic.
4. 4. Rinse the red lentils and set them aside to drain completely.
5. 5. Heat coconut oil in a pan and add cumin seeds, letting them sizzle for 30 seconds.
6. 6. Add chopped tomatoes, turmeric powder, coriander powder, and red chili powder. Cook for 5 minutes until the mixture thickens.
7. 7. Stir in the lentils and 300 ml of water, cooking for 15-20 minutes until lentils are tender.
8. 8. Adjust salt and spices as needed and simmer for another 2 minutes.
9. 9. Fluff the cooked coconut rice with a fork and transfer to a serving dish.
10. 10. Top the rice with the spiced lentils and garnish with freshly chopped coriander leaves.