Suvari Recipe/Kharkharia Recipe - Special Diwali Snacks/Tea Time Snacks - Sweet Puri Recipe

lentils

🥗Healthier: split peas

💰Cheaper: dried beans

Split peas provide similar protein content at a lower cost.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is often less expensive and has a neutral flavor.

Soak rice and lentils in water for at least 30 minutes.

Drain the soaked rice and lentils.

Heat oil in a pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add mustard seeds and cumin seeds; cook until they start to pop.

Stir in chopped onions and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Add minced ginger and garlic; sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Add green chilies, turmeric powder, and asafoetida; cook for another minute.

Incorporate the drained rice and lentils; stir to coat with spices.

Pour in water and add salt; bring to a boil.

Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until rice and lentils are tender, about 20-25 minutes.

Remove from heat and let it rest covered for 5 minutes.

Fluff with a fork and stir in chopped coriander leaves.

Serve hot with a side of yogurt or pickles.

Cooking Techniques

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