Tamarind rice

Tamarind Rice is a tangy and flavorful dish that combines cooked rice with a spicy tamarind sauce, creating a delightful balance of sour and savory flavors. This traditional South Indian recipe is quick to prepare and can be enjoyed as a main dish or a side.

For a Serving Size of Two:

Ingredients:

• 1 cup cooked rice (about 150 grams)
• 2 tablespoons tamarind pulp (adjust to taste)
• 1 tablespoon oil (preferably sesame or vegetable oil)
• 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
• 1 teaspoon urad dal (split black gram)
• 1 teaspoon chana dal (split chickpeas)
• 2-3 dried red chilies
• 1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1-2 green chilies, slit
• Salt to taste
• 2 tablespoons peanuts, roasted
• Fresh coriander leaves for garnish

Procedure:

• In a pan, heat oil over medium heat. Add mustard seeds and let them splutter.
• Add urad dal, chana dal, and dried red chilies, sautéing until the dals turn golden brown.
• Stir in the slit green chilies and turmeric powder, cooking for another minute.
• Add the tamarind pulp and salt, mixing well to combine with the spices.
• Fold in the cooked rice, ensuring the tamarind mixture coats the rice evenly. Add roasted peanuts and mix gently.
• Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until heated through. Adjust the tamarind and salt to taste.
• Garnish with fresh coriander leaves before serving.

Nutritional Benefits:

• Calories: 488 kcal
• Protein: 30.7 g
• Carbohydrates: 3.3 g
• Fat: 39.3 g