Bisi-Bele-Style Rice

Karnataka lentil-vegetable rice, adapted

सामग्री

विधि

1. Wash the rice and moong dal together. Soak for 15 minutes, then drain.
2. Heat ghee in a pot. Add cumin, cinnamon, cloves, and hing. Sauté for 20 seconds until fragrant.
3. Add coriander powder and turmeric. Stir for 10 seconds, then add carrot, beans, and pumpkin. Sauté for 2 minutes.
4. Add the drained rice and dal, the strained tamarind pulp, jaggery, salt, and water. Stir well.
5. Bring to a boil, then cover and simmer on low heat for 20 to 22 minutes, stirring once halfway, until the rice and dal turn fully soft and the mix is thick and porridge-like.
6. Rest, covered, for 5 minutes before you serve, with a little extra ghee spooned on top.