Bhuna Khichuri
Bhuna Khichuri is a popular Bengali dish made with rice, lentils, and a variety of spices. It is a flavorful and hearty one-pot meal that is often enjoyed during festivals and special occasions.
Ingredients
- 1 cup basmati rice
- 1/2 cup split yellow lentils (moong dal)
- 1 onion finely chopped
- 2 tomatoes chopped
- 2 green chilies chopped
- 1 inch ginger grated
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon coriander powder
- 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder
- Salt to taste
- 3 cups water
- 2 tablespoons ghee (clarified butter)
- Fresh coriander leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Wash the rice and lentils together and soak them in water for 30 minutes. Then, drain and set aside.
- Heat ghee in a large pot over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and let them splutter.
- Add the chopped onions and sauté until they turn golden brown.
- Add the chopped tomatoes, green chilies, ginger, and garlic. Cook until the tomatoes are soft and mushy.
- Add the turmeric powder, coriander powder, red chili powder, and salt. Stir well to combine.
- Add the drained rice and lentils to the pot and mix everything together.
- Pour in the water and bring the mixture to a boil. Then reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer for about 20-25 minutes or until the rice and lentils are cooked.
- Check for seasoning and adjust if needed.
- Garnish with fresh coriander leaves before serving.
- Enjoy!
Disclaimer
Some parts of recipe maybe AI-generated.
Nutrition
Calories: 358kcal (18%)Carbohydrates: 60g (20%)Protein: 11g (22%)Fat: 8g (12%)Saturated Fat: 5g (31%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 19mg (6%)Sodium: 98mg (4%)Potassium: 517mg (15%)Fiber: 10g (42%)Sugar: 4g (4%)Vitamin A: 603IU (12%)Vitamin C: 15mg (18%)Calcium: 58mg (6%)Iron: 3mg (17%)
Disclaimer
Nutritional information for this recipe is an approximation and is not to be construed as medical advice.
