Golden Lentil Tikka Bowl Recipe

About this recipe

A hearty and aromatic lentil tikka bowl, layered with turmeric-infused rice and tangy mint chutney. This meal combines spices and textures for a satisfying experience.

Ingredients

• 1 kg Basmati Rice
• 500 g Tomato - Hybrid
• 80 g Soya Chunks
• 200 g Green Peas
• 100 Ml Gowardhan Ghee
• 50 g Cloves
• 25 g Ginger Garlic Paste
• - Cumin Seed
• 20 g Cinnamon
• - Red Chilli Powder
• 20 g Turmeric Powder
• 45 g Garam Masala
• 1 kg Basmati Rice
• 200 ml Coconut Milk
• - Baby Tomatoes
• 100 g Garlic
• loose Ginger
• 50 g Cumin Powder
• - Coriander Powder
• 250 ml Lemon Juice Concentrate
• 100 g Salt
• 1pc Watermelon

Instructions

1. 1. Rinse and soak the red lentils for 15 minutes while preparing other ingredients.
2. 2. In a pot, heat oil and sauté chopped onions, garlic, and ginger until golden.
3. 3. Add diced tomatoes and cook until softened, forming a thick base.
4. 4. Stir in turmeric, cumin, coriander, garam masala, and salt, blending well.
5. 5. Add soaked lentils and water, simmering until lentils are tender and creamy.
6. 6. In a separate pot, cook basmati rice with turmeric powder and a pinch of salt.
7. 7. Prepare mint chutney by blending mint leaves, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt.
8. 8. Mix coconut milk into the cooked lentils for added richness and flavor.
9. 9. Plate the turmeric rice, topping it with the lentil tikka and mint chutney.
10. 10. Garnish with fresh mint leaves and a drizzle of lemon juice for zest.