Tamarind Rice With Sesame Seeds

May 23, 2023May 23, 20230 0
Delicious Tamarind Rice With Sesame Seeds recipe for a flavorful meal
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Prep

20 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 cups uncooked rice
1/2 teaspoon turmeric
1/2 teaspoon fenugreek seeds
3 1/2 tablespoons sesame seeds
3 tablespoons oil
1 tablespoon Urad Dal ( split white )
1 tablespoon channa dal
1 tablespoon black mustard seeds
4 dried red chilies , halved
3 green serrano chilies
12 curry leaves
1 tablespoon tamarind paste
1/2 cup water
1/4 teaspoon hing
2 teaspoons salt
1 tablespoon oil
1 teaspoon split white Urad Dal
1 teaspoon channa dal
1/2 teaspoon mustard seeds
6 curry leaves

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
394
Sugar
2g
Fat
15g
Tamarind Rice With Sesame Seeds is a popular dish from South India, often served on special occasions and festivals. It's also a great way to use up leftover rice, as the flavors of the seasoning and tamarind paste make it a unique and tasty dish. The sesame seeds add a nice crunch to the dish, and the spices used in the seasoning give it a spicy kick. It's a great meal option for those who love bold flavors and want to try something new.

Instructions

1.Rinse the rice in water, drain, and add it to a large pot with 4 cups of water. Add turmeric and fenugreek seeds and bring to a boil. Cover with a tight-fitting lid and let simmer for 20-25 minutes.
2.While the rice is cooking, lightly roast 3 1/2 tablespoons of sesame seeds in a pan over medium heat until lightly browned. Set aside.
3.Heat 3 tablespoons of oil in a large pan. Add 1 tablespoon of split white Urad Dal, 1 tablespoon of channa dal, and 1 tablespoon of black mustard seeds. Once the mustard seeds start to pop, add the halved red chilies, green serrano chilies, and curry leaves. Stir and cook until the dal turns light brown.
4.In a small bowl, mix tamarind paste and 1/2 cup water. Add it to the pan and bring to a boil. Add hing, salt, and cooked rice. Mix well and turn off the heat.
5.Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a small pan. Add 1 teaspoon of split white Urad Dal, 1 teaspoon of channa dal, 1/2 teaspoon of mustard seeds, and 6 curry leaves. Once the mustard seeds start to pop, add it to the rice. Add the roasted sesame seeds and mix well.

PROS

This rice is full of flavor and texture, thanks to the sesame seeds and the spicy seasoning.

It’s a great meal option for vegetarians and vegans.

CONS

It may be too spicy for those who are sensitive to heat.

The prep time for this recipe can be a bit long, but the end result is worth it.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Tamarind has been shown to have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, and it may help lower cholesterol and improve digestion.
The sesame seeds are a great source of protein, and they are high in fiber, healthy fats, and essential minerals like calcium and iron.
Overall, this recipe is a healthy and satisfying meal option.

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