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Cottage Cheese Split Pigeon Pea Rice

Cultural Context

Cottage Cheese Split Pigeon Pea Rice is a comforting dish from India, often enjoyed in homes for its simplicity and nutrition. It combines protein-rich cottage cheese with split pigeon peas and rice, making it a wholesome meal. Traditionally, this dish is served during family gatherings and festive occasions, showcasing the use of local ingredients. In modern times, variations can be found across the globe, adapting to different dietary preferences while maintaining its core flavors.

IndianINmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
10 ml oil
25 shallots
25 g ginger
25 g garlic
1 tomato
100 g cottage cheese
100 g split pigeon peas
1/4 tsp turmeric powder
salt to taste
200 ml water
1 cup washed rice

cottage cheese

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: ricotta

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

split pigeon peas

🥗Healthier: split red lentils

💰Cheaper: dried split peas

Red lentils cook faster and are easier to find.

rice

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: bulgur

Quinoa is a protein-rich alternative.

green chili

🥗Healthier: bell pepper

💰Cheaper: jalapeño

Bell peppers provide sweetness without heat.

1

Heat the pan and pour in 10 ml of oil.

2

Add 25 shallots and sauté thoroughly.

3

Add 25 g of ginger and sauté well.

4

Add 25 g of garlic and sauté thoroughly.

5

Add the pieces of one tomato and sauté and mix well.

6

Add 100 g of cottage cheese and sauté well.

7

Add a spoon of spice mixture and mix well.

8

Add 100 g of split pigeon peas and mix well.

9

Add 1/4 tsp of turmeric powder and salt to taste, then mix well.

10

Add 200 ml of water and mix well.

11

Let the mixture cook for 15 minutes.

12

Add 1 cup of washed rice and cook in the pressure cooker for 14 minutes.

13

Take off the pan and serve.

Cooking Techniques

boilingsautéingstirring

Equipment Needed

panpressure cooker

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

Cottage Cheese and Pigeon Pea RiceCottage Cheese Dal Rice

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