Diabetic-Friendly Lentil And Rice Porridge Recipe

About this recipe

A hearty and nutritious lentil and rice porridge, perfect for a diabetic-friendly dinner. This dish is flavored with cumin and served warm or cold, making it a versatile and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

• 100 g Sambar Onion Peeled
• 1 pack (1 kg) 921 Everyday Long Grain Rice
• 100 g Catch Sprinklers - Iodized Table Salt
• 100 g Jk Jeera Powder / Cumin Powder
• 1 ltr Oreal Canola Oil (From The House Of Pansari)

Instructions

1. 1. Soak 1/2 cup of white rice in warm water and set aside.
2. 2. Skip this step as it references rinsing lentils, which are not available.
3. 3. Finely dice 1 medium onion.
4. 4. Heat 3 tablespoons of canola oil in a medium non-stick pot over low heat. Add the diced onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and translucent, about 15 minutes.
5. 5. Add 2 cups of water to the pot with the onions. Stir to combine.
6. 6. Add 5 cups of water to the pot and increase the heat to medium. Bring the mixture to a boil.
7. 7. Drain the soaked rice and add it to the pot. Stir well to combine.
8. 8. Add 2 teaspoons of salt and 1 teaspoon of ground cumin to the pot. Stir the mixture thoroughly.
9. 9. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let the mixture simmer for 25 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking. The goal is to achieve a porridge-like consistency.
10. 10. Once the porridge has thickened, remove the pot from the heat and transfer the mixture to a serving dish.
11. 11. Allow the porridge to set for 10 minutes before serving. It can be enjoyed warm or cold, optionally paired with a green cabbage salad or turnip pickles.