Golden Lentil And Coconut Rice Delight Recipe

About this recipe

A fragrant combination of protein-rich lentils and creamy coconut rice, infused with subtle spices for a comforting Odia dinner.

Ingredients

• 100 g Curry Leaves
• 1 kg Rice
• 200 ml Coconut Milk
• - Tomato Ketchup
• 250g Green Chilli
• 500 g Tomato - Hybrid
• 1 kg Yellow Moong Dal
• 20 g Turmeric Powder
• 100 g Jeera
• 100 g Yellow Mustard Seeds
• 100 g Salt
• 200 ml Mustard Oil
• - Cumin Seed

Instructions

1. 1. Rinse the yellow lentils thoroughly and soak them in water for 20 minutes.
2. 2. Wash the rice and set it aside for cooking later.
3. 3. Heat oil in a pan and add mustard seeds, cumin seeds, and curry leaves; let them splutter for 30 seconds.
4. 4. Add chopped tomatoes and green chilies to the pan, stirring until the tomatoes soften and release juices.
5. 5. Stir in the turmeric powder and salt, cooking for an additional 2 minutes.
6. 6. Drain the soaked lentils and add them to the pan, mixing well with the spices and tomato base.
7. 7. Pour water into the pan and cook the lentils on medium heat for 15-20 minutes until tender.
8. 8. In another pot, combine rice with coconut milk, a pinch of salt, and 200 ml of water.
9. 9. Cook the rice on low heat, stirring occasionally, until the liquid is absorbed and the rice is fluffy.
10. 10. Serve the cooked lentils over the coconut rice, garnished with fresh curry leaves for added aroma.
11. 11. Pair the dish with a refreshing drink or salad for a complete meal.