Bhuna Khichuri
Bhuna Khichuri is a fragrant and hearty one-pot rice and lentil dish, often enjoyed during celebrations or on rainy days. It's cooked until the grains are separate and flavorful, rather than soupy. This recipe uses traditional spices to create a comforting and aromatic meal.
En original oppskrift av Forkin
- Total tid
- 1 t 15 min
- Porsjoner
- 4
- Vanskelighetsgrad
- Middels
- Per porsjon
- 546 kcal
Allergeninformasjon: kan inneholde melk. Kontroller alltid ingredienspakningen hvis du har en allergi.
Forberedelser
Ingredienser
Ingredienser
- 1,5 koppbasmati rice, rinsed and soaked for 20 minutes
- 0,5 koppmasoor dal, rinsed and soaked for 20 minutes
- 3 ssghee
- 2 stk.bay leaf
- 1 stk.cinnamon stick, 2-inch
- 3 stk.green cardamom pod, lightly crushed
- 4 stk.clove
- 1 stk.yellow onion, finely chopped
- 1 ssginger garlic paste
- 1 tsturmeric powder
- 1 tscumin powder
- 1 tscoriander powder
- 2 stk.green chili, slit lengthwise
- 1,5 tssalt
- 3,5 koppwater
garnish
- 2 ssfresh cilantro, chopped(valgfritt)
Utstyr
chopping board · measuring cups · fork · large pot · measuring spoons · wooden spoon · knife
Fremgangsmåte
Trinn for trinn
- 1
Rinse the basmati rice and masoor dal separately until the water runs clear, then soak them in separate bowls of water for 20 minutes.
Omtrent 20 min
Kokkens tips: Soaking helps the rice and dal cook evenly and become fluffy.
- 2
Heat the ghee in a large heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
Omtrent 1 min
- 3
Add the bay leaves, cinnamon stick, green cardamom pods, and cloves to the hot ghee.
- 4
Sauté the whole spices for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
Omtrent 1 min
Kokkens tips: Be careful not to burn the spices, as this can make the dish bitter.
- 5
Add the chopped yellow onion and cook until it turns translucent and lightly golden, about 5-7 minutes.
Omtrent 7 min
Kokkens tips: Stir occasionally to ensure even cooking.
- 6
Stir in the ginger garlic paste and cook for another minute until its raw smell disappears.
Omtrent 1 min
- 7
Add the turmeric powder, cumin powder, and coriander powder. Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly to prevent burning.
Omtrent 1 min
Kokkens tips: If the spices start to stick, add a tablespoon of water to prevent burning.
- 8
Drain the soaked basmati rice and masoor dal thoroughly.
Omtrent 1 min
- 9
Add the drained rice and dal to the pot along with the green chilies and salt.
- 10
Sauté the rice and dal for 3-5 minutes, stirring gently, until they are lightly toasted and coated with the spices.
Omtrent 5 min
Kokkens tips: This step is crucial for achieving the 'bhuna' (fried/roasted) texture and flavor.
- 11
Pour in the water and bring the mixture to a rolling boil.
Omtrent 5 min
- 12
Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot tightly, and let it simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until all the water is absorbed and the rice and dal are cooked through.
Omtrent 25 min
Kokkens tips: Avoid lifting the lid during this time to retain steam.
- 13
Turn off the heat and let the Bhuna Khichuri rest, covered, for 10 minutes.
Omtrent 10 min
Kokkens tips: This resting period allows the grains to steam further and become fluffy.
- 14
Gently fluff the Khichuri with a fork.
Omtrent 1 min
Kokkens tips: Be careful not to mash the grains.
- 15
Garnish with fresh cilantro, if using, and serve hot.
Per porsjon
Næringsinnhold
- Kalorier
- 546,3kcal
- Protein
- 14,3g
- Karbohydrater
- 92,5g
- Fett
- 11,8g
- Fiber
- 5,1g
- Sukker
- 2g
Beregnet ut fra ingrediensmengdene i oppskriften. Verdiene kan variere med merkevarer og erstatninger.
Hold den god
Store leftover Bhuna Khichuri in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Reheat gently in a microwave or on the stovetop with a splash of water, stirring occasionally, until heated through.
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