Category: Main Course

PADDU 3

Tenginkayi Chitranna /Tengai Sadam / Grated Coconut Rice

Posted on by Preethi Prasad

 

Hello Everyone!!!

 

My first post this year. I am back after a lovely vacation with my Family  last 2 weeks of December 2017. We as a family spent quality time in Boracay enjoying all the water sports. I enjoyed Parasailing the most. A memorable experience for me. Weather was perfect although there were few showers here and there. We  even enjoyed the local vegetarian food that was easily available at our resort. The best part of our journey was we used all three modes of transport in a single day (Land,air and water).

My first post this year is for the upcoming Sankranthi festival next week. My contribution for our 126th #Foodiemonday #Bloghop theme #Sankranthi is this simple and yummy tenginkayi chitranna / grated coconut rice that can be whipped up in a short time.

Sankranthi, or Makara Sankranti, is a harvest festival in Karnataka as is the case in other parts of India. Sankranthi is celebrated when sun transcends from Sagittarius to Capricorn during the winter solstice in the northern hemisphere. Sankranthi means ‘change of direction’ and is based on solar event and it also marks the arrival of Spring Season. Uttarayana, the day time of Devas, begins from Sankranthi and the next six months are considered highly auspicious.

This is one of the rice variety we have as a part of the festive meal.

Recipe for Tenginkayi Chitranna / Tengai Sadam / Grated Coconut Rice

1 Cup Cooked Rice

3/4 Cup Grated Coconut

1Tsp finely Chopped Ginger

3 Green Chillies slit

3 Red Chillies roughly torn

Salt to Taste

1 Tsp Channa Dal

1 Tsp Urad Dal (Split)

1 Tsp Mustard / Sasive

8-10 Cashews

2 Tsp Oil

1/4 Tsp Hing / Asafoetida

Method:

Wash the rice thoroughly and cook . Ensure it is soft and  fluffy. Allow the cooked rice to cool completely.

Heat oil in a wide bottom pan. Add channa dal and Urad dal. Once they turn slightly brown add finely chopped ginger and saute for a few seconds. Now add mustard , hing, green chillies and red chillies and mix well. Once the mustrad splutters add cashews , curry leaves and roast till they turn slightly brown. Once add  grated coconut and mix well.  Switch off the flame after 2-3 minutes. Add the cooked rice and salt to taste and mix well.

Serve with papadum, sandige  or fryums and enjoy!!!!!!!!

Wish you all a very Happy Snakranthi!!!!!!!!!

PADDU 3

BENDEKAYI AJETHNA / OKRA STIR FRY (UDUPI STYLE)

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Hello!!!!!!

I am back with another easy and yum recipe from the Udupi Cuisine. Udupi cuisine mostly consists of  dishes made from   grains, beans, vegetables, and fruits. The variety and range of dishes is wide, and is made from the  the use of locally available ingredients. It is mostly  Satvik  style which means  no meat ,no onion and no garlic. It is followed by the Brahmin community in this region.

The full course Udupi meal is served on a plantain  / banana leaf, which is traditionally kept on the ground. The dishes are served in a particular order, and each dish is placed on a particular spot of the plantain leaf. Everyone  eating this meal are expected to begin and end eating the meal together. A person cannot get up in middle of the meal, even though he has finished his meal. The start and end of meal is done by saying “Govinda,” . A typical meal is served with the following :

  • Abbhigara or Ghee
  • Salt
  • Pickle
  • Kosambari
  • Bajji or chutney
  • Ajethna / Palya (dry vegetable sabzi)
  • Spiced rice (chitranna)
  • Happalla
  • Steamed rice
  • Saaru /Rasam
  • Menaskai/ Gojju
  • Koddelu / Sambhar
  • Majjige Huli /Tambuli
  • Sweets like laddu, holige or Kesari bhath
  • Fried items like bonda, chakli, vada
  • Paramanna or Kheer (pudding) or Payasa
  • Buttermilk/curd

Today as a part of our 119th #Foodiemonday #Bloghop theme #udupicuisine  I am sharing a simply dry sabzi that i usually make  and that  is Bendekayi Ajethna or Palya .

Ingredients:

30 Okras / Benekayi

3/4 Cup freshly grated Coconut

6 Dry red Chillies

Lemon Size Tamrind

1 Tsp Palm Jaggery

Salt to taste

For Seasoning / Tadka:

1 1/4 Tsp Mustard Seeds / Sasive

3 Dry red Chillies

3/4 Tsp Split Urad Dal

A generous pinch of Hing / Asafoetida

2 Tbsp Cooking Oil

Curry leaves -A handful

Method:

Wash the Okras or benekayi and dry them nicely with a clean hand towel . Chop them into small pieces and keep it aside. Soak tamrind in 2 tbsp warm water .Extract the juice and discard the pulp.It should be thick and not watery.

Heat a heavy bottom pan. Add oil. Once the oil is hot add  split uraddal ,hing and dry red chili (3 nos).Once the dal changes color slightly add mustard seeds and curry leaves .Once it  splutters add the chopped okra / bendekayi and mix well and  fry on high  flame. Do not cover the pan.Keep stirring and ensure it does not burn. In the meantime coarsely grind fresh coconut and red chilies  and keep it aside. Do not add water . Now add tamrind paste ,salt and palm  jaggery to the half cooked okras. Mix well and cook till all the tamrind mixture is well absorbed. Lastly add the coconut mixture and mix well. Let it cook on low flame for 5-8 mins.

Garnish with freshly grated coconut and serve hot with steamed rice , saaru and  kottambri tambli.

Enjoy!!!!!!!!!!

Notes:

I have used Byadgi Chillies which gives nice colour and is not so spicy.

I always prefer to use palm jaggery.You can used normal jaggery in case you cannot find palm jaggery.

I will share the Kottambri Tambli recipe in my next post.

PADDU 3

MIXED DAL PEPPER KHICHDI

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Hello from my part of the world!!!!!

Winters have started in many parts of the world. It is raining and gloomy at my place as well. Perfect weather to stay cozy and warm. I am enjoying this weather with perfect cup of Masala chai and some fritters for snacks. I would love a warm bowl of Khichdi that is so comforting in this weather and can be whipped up quickly with easily available ingredients at home. Our humble khichdi had made headlines recently with different varieties of Khichdi from all regions in India.

Today i will share a very easy recipe that is cooked regularly at my place.My boys would love to have it with thick yogurt and some fritters.I paired it with eggplant wedges this time and it was an instant hit.

My humble contribution for 118th #Foodiemonday #Bloghop theme #Khichdi is this Mixed Dal Pepper Khichdi.

Recipe for Mixed dal pepper Khichdi:

Ingredients:

1/2 Cup White rice

1/2 Cup Brown rice

1/2 Cup Toor dal

1/2 Cup Whole Moong / Green gram

2  Tsp Freshly ground pepper

Salt to taste

A generous pinch of  jeera and Methi powder

1 Potato peeled and cubed

1 Carrot cut into medium chunks

1 Capsicum cut into medium size pcs

1/2 Cup  chopped Spring Onion

2 Sprigs of Curry leaves

1 Tsp Mustard seeds / Rai

1/4 Tsp Hing / Asafoetida

2 dry red Chillies for Tadka /Tempering

1.5 Tbsp  plus 2 tsp Ghee

Method:

Soak rice and dals for about 30 minutes.  Place the pressure cooker on the stove and switch on the heat. Add 1.5 tbsp of ghee. Once the ghee melts add mustard seeds , hing and dry red chillies. Once the mustard seeds crackle keep some tadka aside for garnishing later. Once done add all the veggies and chopped spring onion and saute for about 2-3 minutes. Now add freshly ground pepper powder ,salt and jeera methi powder and mix well. Now add the soaked rice and dal and 3.5 cups of water and pressure cook upto 2 whistles. Once done switch off the flame.

Heat a small pan. Add the balance ghee. Add curry leaves and some hing. Once the curry leaves become crisp  switch off the flame. Mix it with the set aside tadka and add this tempering to the cooked khichdi.

Serve hot with thick yougurt and eggplant wedges.

Enjoy!!!!!!!!!!!!

 

 

 

PADDU 3

MIXED VEGETABLE TAHIRI

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Hello!!!

Hope you had good Diwali celebrations. We had a good one too. After feasting on some yummy dishes for the last few days its time to have some simple and healthy food that is easily digestible and can be cooked within short time.We need some respite after the festivities. I am sharing a simple Mixed vegetable Tahiri from the Awadhi cuisine.

Awadhi cuisine ‎ is a cuisine native to the city of Lucknow, which is the capital of the state of Uttar Pradesh in Northern India.The Awadh region has been greatly influenced by Mughal cooking techniques, and the cuisine of Lucknow bears similarities to those of Central Asia, Kashmir, Punjab and Hyderabad. The city is also known for its Nawabi foods. The cooks during this period introduce dum style cooking.The richness of Awadh cuisine lies not only in the variety of cuisine but also in the ingredients used like mutton, paneer, and rich spices, which include cardamom and saffron.

My contribution for 115th #Foodiemonday # Bloghop theme #AwadhiCuisine is this simple and healthy Mixed Vegetable Tahiri.

Recipe for Mixed Vegetable Tahiri:

Ingredients:

2 Cups Basmati Rice(wash and soak for 30 mins)

1 Cup Cauliflower Florets

1 Carrot sliced cut into 1 inch cubes

2 Medium size Potatoes cut into 1 inch cubes

1 Onion slice length wise

2 Capsicum cut into pcs

1/2 Cup green peas

1/2 Tsp Turmeric /Haldi

1 Tsp Coriander Powder

1/4 Cup fresh coriander finely chopped

2 Red chillies

6 Garlic cloves

1 Inch Ginger

1 Tsp Jeera /Cumin seeds

6 Pepper Corns

1 Inch Cinnamon stick

5 Cloves

1 Bay leaf

Juice of 1 lemon

3 tbsp Oil

Salt to taste

Method:

Wash and soak basmati rice for 30 mins.

Coarsely grind fresh red chilli, garlic and ginger.

Heat a heavy bottom pan. Add oil. Once the oil is hot add cumin, pepper corns, cinnamon,cloves and bay leaf and roast for a few seconds until fragrant. Add sliced onions and roast until they turn slightly brown.Now add potatoes and roast for 5 minutes. Once done add all the other veggies.Mix well and roast for 2 -3 minutes.

Now add coriander powder,turmeric, ginger-garlic-chilli paste and chopped fresh coriander and saute for 2-3 minutes.Now add the drained basmati rice, lemon juice ,salt and 4 cups of water .Mix well. Cover and cook only medium flame until the rice is well cooked. Mix well .Garnish with fresh coriander and serve hot with any raita and salad of your choice.

 

Enjoy and relish this one pot meal with your family and friends!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

 

 

 

 

PADDU 3

DAL TADKA / LENTIL STEW

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Dal or Lentils are a powerhouse of Nutrition. Lentil is a dietary staple throughout regions of India, Sri Lanka, Pakistan, Bangladesh and Nepal.Lentil colors range from yellow to red-orange to green, brown and black.Lentils also vary in size, and are sold in many forms like with or without the skins, whole or split. Lentils are also widely used in many parts of the world.You can make a number of dishes using a wide variety of lentils.They can be sprouted too and used in salads and soups.

As a part of our 110th #Foodiemonday #Bloghop theme #Lentils I would like to share a very simple and healthy recipe Dal Tadka.My boys like to have dal with Steaming hot rice and potato fry .

Recipe for Dal Tadka:

Ingredients:

1 Cup Toor dal /Split Pigeon peas

1/2 Cup Urad Dal Split / Split Black gram

1/2 Cup Moong dal split / Split Mung Beans

3 Green Chillies slit

1 Tsp Kasuri Methi (dried Fenugreek)

1.5 Tsp Jeera / Cumin seeds

1/4 Tsp Haldi /Turmeric

A generous pinch of hing /Asafoetida

1/2 Tsp Mustard

1/2 Tsp Ginger finely chopped

5 Garlic Pods thinly Slit lengthwise

Salt to Taste

1/2 Tsp Red chilli Powder

4 Dry red Chiilies (Whole)

2 Tsp Ghee

1/2 Tsp Oil

Juice of 1 Lemon

Water to boil dal

Method:

Clean and wash all the three dals. Pressure cook the dals with haldi, green chilles and water upto 2 whistle or till it is cooked.Add water to get the right consistency if the dal is too thick.

Roast chopped garlic in 1/2 tsp oil until they turn nice golden brown in colour.

Heat a heavy bottom pan. Add ghee.Now add the Cumin and mustard seeds.Once they crackle add hing and ginger and saute for a few seconds.Add the dry red chilli and saute.Now add kasuri methi  and switch off the stove.Lastly add chilli powder and mix well and add this tadka to the boiled dal. Let the dal simmer for about 3-4 mins on low flame. Lastly Garnish with chopped coriander and roasted garlic .

Serve hot with Rice ,Phulkas or Roti.

 

Enjoy!!!!!!!!!!

PADDU 3

Mock Meat Rendang (Vegetarian )

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Hello !!!!!!

It is the holy month of Ramadan . Dedicating this post to all my Muslim friends and readers who are looking for some yummy recipes for Iftaar. Ramadan is a time of spiritual reflection, improvement and increased devotion and worship. Muslims are expected to put more effort into following the teachings of Islam. The fast (sawm) begins at dawn and ends at sunset.Presenting a vegetarian version of the famous Rendang recipe which is a popular dish from Malaysia.

As a part of our 97th #Foodiemonday #Bloghop theme #Ramadan my contribution is this lovely vegetarian Mock Meat Rendang.

Recipe for Mock Meat Rendang recipe:

INGREDIENTS:

3 Tbsp desiccated coconut
2 Garlic cloves
2 Large White Onions roughly chopped
2 Stalks lemongrass, peeled and sliced
3 Fresh red chillies
2 Tbsp fresh ginger( grated)
1/4 tsp turmeric
Salt to taste
250ml Coconut milk

125ml water
½  tsp tamarind pulp, dissolved in 1 tbsp of  water
4 Star anise
1 Inch cinnamon stick

1 Pkt of Mock Meat (Made of Soya)
2 Tbsp fresh coriander, roughly chopped, plus extra to garnish

½ Tsp Palm Sugar

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METHOD:

Heat a wok, add the desiccated coconut and toast until lightly golden. Blend the toasted coconut, garlic, onions, lemongrass, chillies, ginger, palm sugar,turmeric to make a fine paste. Now heat some oil in the wok. Add the paste and cook for about five minutes. Keep stirring until you get the nice aroma.

Add the coconut milk to the pan, along with 125ml water, the tamarind and water mixture, star anise, and cinnamon stick and bring to the boil. Keep Stirring constantly to ensure the masala does not burn. Reduce the heat and let it  simmer for about five minutes. Then add salt and the mock meat pieces , coriander  and continue to cook the curry on medium flame  for another 10 minutes.

To serve, garnish with more fresh coriander and serve with piping hot Rice, Naan or Rotis.

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Enjoy!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

 

PADDU 3

BROCCOLI AND COCONUT RICE(NO ONION NO GARLIC RECIPE)

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Everyone is  busy with a hectic life style these days. We are always on the run juggling work ,family,home.When you are short of time to cook and still want your family to have a healthy meal, one pot meal recipes come in handy. They can be cooked in a less time and yet be a nutritious meal.I usually cook one pot meals on weekday morning. Best way to incorporate veggies into my family’s diet. Today i am sharing one such healthy and yummy recipe.

Broccoli is a powerhouse of nutrients.It is rich in Vitamin C, Vitamin K, Manganese.Broccoli has low content of carbohydrates, protein, fat, and dietary fiber.Coconuts are known for their great versatility, as evidenced by many traditional uses, ranging from food to cosmetics.They form a regular part of the diets of many people in the tropics and subtropics.Broccoli and freshly grated coconut make a great combo.

My contribution for our 95th #Foodiemonday #Bloghop theme #Onepotmeal is this yummy and healthy Broccoli and Coconut Rice.

Recipe for Broccoli and Coconut rice:

2  Cups Basamati Rice (each cup is 160ml)

1.5 Cups Broccoli florets( 1 cup is 250 ml)

3/4  Cup freshly grated Coconut (1 Cup is 250 ML)

2 Tsp Jeera / Cumin seeds

1/4 Tsp Pepper corns crushed

2 fresh Red Chillies

8-10 Cashews

2 Tsp Oil

Salt to taste

Method:

Soak Rice for about  15-20 mins.You can skip this step if you are short of time.

Make a fine paste of  grated coconut, red chillies and 1 tsp jeera and keep it aside. Do not add water when grinding.

Heat oil in a heavy bottom pan. Add Jeera and then the broccoli florets. Keep in on medium flame for about 7-8 mins. Now add the coconut mixture , crushed pepper corns and mix well. Now add the soaked rice and salt to taste. Mix all the ingredients and switch off the flame. Transfer the contents to a electric Rice cooker and add the required amount of water.One done  garnish with roasted Cashews and serve hot with any Raita or Nonya Achar.

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Enjoy!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

 

PADDU 3

OMURICE / OMELETTE RICE

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Omurice is a popular Japanese food that was originally influenced by Western cuisine. Prepare fried rice and a thin omelette separately, then cover the fried rice in the omelette before serving.I liked this recipe as you can incorporate lot of vegetables into your kid’s diet. It is yummy and they will surely love it.

I made Omurice on my younger son’s demand. He had watched a video of this recipe and wanted me to make it for him. I have made this dish to suit the taste of my family.

You can make a lot of variations to this recipe. Kids will love it and it is so easy to cook. Serve for lunch or dinner.

Recipe  for Omurice / Omelette Rice:

Ingredients:

1 Cup =180 ML

½ Cup of  green bell pepper cut into small pcs

½ Cup yellow bell pepper cut into small pcs

½ Cup red bell pepper cut into small pcs

1/2 Cup French Beans chopped

¼ cup chopped carrot

5 white mushrooms cut into medium chunks

3/4 cup chopped onion

1 garlic clove crushed

2 Cubes of Cheese

1 green chilli  chopped

1 Tbsp butter

Salt to Taste

½ Tsp ground black pepper

1 cup cooked rice

2 Tbsp Tomato ketchup

2 eggs

¼ Tsp sugar

1 Tsp Oil

Finely Chopped Coriander or Mint to garnish

 

Method:

 

Heat a heavy Bottom Pan. Add butter and garlic and saute for few seconds. Once the garlic turns crisp, add the green chilli,green bell pepper,yellow bell pepper, red bell pepper, carrot, mushroom, and onion. Stir a few minutes until the onion turns a little translucent. Once done add salt and ground black pepper and mix well. Now add the cooked rice, tomato ketchup, and mix well. Let it cook without stirring for a minute, so that the bottom of the rice gets a little crunchy. Remove from the heat.

Transfer the fried rice to a bowl. Fill about half the cup with the fried rice, then if place the cheese cubes and then fill the rest of the bowl with the balance fried rice.

Keep it aside.

Now let us make the omelette.

Beat 2 eggs in a bowl with salt,pepper powder and sugar.Heat up a non-stick pan. Add  oil and spread the oil .Ensure the pan is properly greased .Turn the heat to medium low, so that the egg is not burnt.Pour the egg mixture into the pan and swirl the pan around to make a nice circle. Keep moving  the pan around and let the low heat cook the egg.Once done switch off the flame.

 To Assemble:

Put a large plate over the bowl of stir-fried rice. Flip everything over and remove the bowl in order to have a perfect dome of fried rice.Place the omelette over top of the dome. Garnish with a cheese cube , sprinkle some pepper or garnish with a bit of ketchup or as you like, and serve hot.

I served Omurice with pan fried Baby corns.

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Enjoy!!!!!!!!!!!

 

PADDU 3

KACHHE KELE KA ROGAN JOSH / RAW BANANA ROGAN JOSH

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Rogan Josh is an aromatic lamb dish of Persian Origin and is a staple food in Kashmiri Cuisine. This dish is robust with use of different spices. I am sharing the vegetarian version with some changes to suit the palate of my family. I love the colour of this curry which comes from the use of Kashmiri Chilli powder. The fresh home made masala enhances the dish.”ROGAN ” means “fat /oil” and “JOSH” means “Intense heat”.

As a part of our 89th #Foodiemonday #Bloghop theme #Rawbananas my contribution is this yummy Kachhe Kele Ka Rogan Josh.

Recipe for Kachhe Kele ka Rogan Josh /Raw Banana Rogan Josh:

Ingredients for Raw banana Patties:

2 Raw Bananas boiled and mashed

2 Medium Potatoes boiled and mashed

Salt to taste

1 Tsp Garam Masala

1/2 Tsp Red Chilli Powder

1/4 cup finely Chopped Onions

1/4 Cup Amchur Powder

1/2 Cup Bread Crumbs

Oil to Shallow fry

Method:

Mix all the above ingredients except bread crumbs and oil. Refrigerate this mixture for about an hour so that the extra moisture is not there. Take this mixture out from the refrigerator and mix well. Grease your palms .take small balls,  and shape it as desired and roll them in the bread crumbs.Shallow fry these patties until both the sides turn golden brown. Keep them aside.

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Ingredients for the Gravy:

2 Tsp Saunf / fennel seeds

1 Bay Leaf

3 Tbsp Mustard Oil / Sarson ka tel

3 Cups of water

4 Onions finely Chopped

10 Pepper Corns

1″ Cinnamon Stick

2 Black Cardamom

2 Green Cardamom

1 Tsp Cumin Powder / Jeera Powder

2 Tsp Coriander Powder / Dhania Powder

1/2 Tsp Garam Masala

3 Tomatoes blanched and peeled

1 Tsp Ginger Garlic Paste

6 Dry red Kashmiri Chillies

1 Cup finely chopped Coriander

1Tbsp Ghee

1/2 Cup thick yogurt

Salt to taste

Method:

Heat mustard oil in a heavy bottom Pan. Add Saunf, bay leaf,pepper corns, black cardamom, green cardamom, cinammon stick. Once you smell the aroma of the spices add ginger garlic paste and saute for a few seconds. Now add the finely chopped Onions and saute untill they turn golden brown.

In a blender make a fine paste of yogurt,blanched and peeled tomatoes,dry red Kashmiri chilli and coriander.Add this paste to the onion mixture. Add ghee, jeera powder, coriander powder,salt and Garam Masala.Mix well . Add water to adjust the consistency of the gravy. Let is simmer on medium flame till the oil starts to leave the sides.

Add the raw banana patties to this gravy just before serving with Hot phulkas/ Roti/ Naan or piping hot rice.

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Enjoy !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

PADDU 3

GATTE KA PULAO / GRAM FLOUR DUMPLING PULAO

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Hello !!!

Today i am sharing a yummy recipe from the state of Rajasthan. If you are bored of the regular vegetables, then this recipe is for you. A quick aromatic Gatte ka Pulao tastes amazing with the  blend of whole spices. Pair it up with any Raita and enjoy this wholesome meal even in Summers.

Recipe for Gatte Ka Pulao / Gram Flour Dumpling Pulao:

Ingredients for Gatta:

1 Cup Besan / Gram flour

1 Tsp Kashmiri Chilli Powder

3/4 Tsp Saunf / Fennel Seeds

6 Tsp Oil (Sizzling hot oil)

1/2 Tsp Ajwain / Carom Seeds

1 Tbsp Thick yogurt

Salt to taste

1/2 Cup finely Chopped Coriander

Oil for Shallow frying

Ingredients for Pulao:

3 Cups cooked Basmati Rice

1.5 Tbsp Oil

2 Green Cardamom / Elaichi

4 Cloves /Laung

1 Tsp Jeera / Cumin Seeds

3/4 Tsp Mustard seeds / Sarson

1/4 Tsp Asafoetida / Hing

3/4 Cup deep fried sliced Onions

1.5 Tsp Chilli Powder

1 Tsp Garam Masala

1/4 Tsp Aachari Masala

1/4 Tsp Turmeric / Haldi

Salt to taste

1/2 Cup finely Chopped Coriander

For the Paste :

2 Tsp Finely Chopped Ginger

6 Garlic Cloves chopped

3 Green Chillies

1 Cup Sliced onions

Method:

For the Gatta:

Mix all the ingredients in a deep bowl and knead into  a stiff dough . Add water if needed. Take small balls of the docugh and roll them into long thin cylindrical rolls and keep them aside. Boil water in  a large bowl. Once the water starts to boil add these cylindrical rolls. Let it cook for about 7-8 mins. Once you see the blisters being formed on the rolls remove them ,drain the excess water and keep it aside. Repeat this process for the balance dough. Heat some oil in a wok. shallow fry these gattas untill they turn gloden brown on all sides. Drain them on a Kitchen towel and keep them aside.

For the Pulao:

Grind garlic,ginger,green chilli and onions to get a fine paste.Keep this mixture aside.

Heat oil ia heavy Bottom Pan. Add Cloves,Cardamom,Jeera,mustard seeds,hing and saute on medium flame till you get the aroma . Once done add the ginger garlic chilli paste and cook on medium flame for about 3-4 minutes. Once done add aachari masala, garam masala, haldi and salt to taste. Mix well till the oil starts to leave the sides. Now add cooked rice, deep fried onions and shallow  fried gattas. Mix all the ingredients and cook for about 3-4 minutes. Switch off the flame.

Garnish with Coriander and serve hot with your favourite Raita.

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Enjoy!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!