Ny Times - Dining Kichri With Massour Dal Recipe

Name: Ny Times - Dining Kichri With Massour Dal
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup massour dal (split red lentils); 2 cups basmati rice; 2 tablespoons ghee; 3 small hot green chiles, split lengthwise; 1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds; 4 cardamom pods; 1 2-inch stick cinnamon; 6 cloves; 6 black peppercorns; 1 small onion, diced fine; 1/2 teaspoon turmeric; 1 teaspoon salt; 2 cups plain yogurt (optional)

Servings: persons

1 cup massour dal (split red lentils)
2 cups basmati rice
2 tablespoons ghee
3 small hot green chiles, split lengthwise
1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds
4 cardamom pods
1 2-inch stick cinnamon
6 cloves
6 black peppercorns
1 small onion, diced fine
1/2 teaspoon turmeric
1 teaspoon salt
2 cups plain yogurt (optional)

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Pick over lentils, then combine with rice in a medium mixing bowl. Add cold water and rinse several times, draining with a fine sieve, until water runs clear. Cover with cold water and soak for 1 hour, then drain well.
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Heat ghee in a saucepan over medium heat. Add chiles, cumin, cardamom, cinnamon, cloves and peppercorns. Let sizzle briefly until cumin seeds begin to brown. Add onion, stir to coat and cook until lightly browned, about 2 minutes.
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Add lentil-rice mixture, turmeric, salt and 4 cups water. Bring to a boil, cover and turn heat to low. Cook for 15 minutes, then let rest, covered, for 10 minutes. Fluff mixture before serving. Accompany with plain yogurt if you wish.

522

kcal

Calories

Fat

110

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup massour dal (split red lentils), 2 cups basmati rice, 2 tablespoons ghee, 3 small hot green chiles, split lengthwise, and more.

Yes, Ny Times - Dining Kichri With Massour Dal falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Ny Times - Dining Kichri With Massour Dal

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