[Mauritian Cuisine] Masoor Dal Kichri Recipe | Rice Kichiri or khichdi

masoor dal

🥗Healthier: green lentils

💰Cheaper: split peas

Green lentils are nutritious and affordable.

ghee

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: butter

Olive oil is healthier and butter is more accessible.

rice

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: bulgur wheat

Quinoa adds protein while bulgur is budget-friendly.

green chili

🥗Healthier: bell pepper

💰Cheaper: jalapeño

Bell pepper is milder and easier to find.

Rinse the red lentils (masoor dal) and Basmati rice under cold water until clear.

Soak the lentils and rice in water for 30 minutes.

Heat clarified butter (ghee) in a large pot over medium heat until melted.

Add cumin seeds and sauté until fragrant.

Stir in the fried onions and cook until heated through.

Add garam masala (or biryani spices), cinnamon, and cardamom; sauté for another minute.

Drain soaked lentils and rice; add to the pot and stir to coat in the spices.

Pour in enough water to cover the mixture and bring to a boil.

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

Season with salt before serving.

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