Khichhari

* Exported from MasterCook *

KHICHHARI

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Serving Size : 4 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Main dish Vegetarian

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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4 oz Yellow split peas
1 tb Ghee
1 ea Onion, chopped
1/2 ts Whole coriander seeds
1/2 ts Whole cumin seeds
1 ea 1/2 inch piece ginger, slice
1 t Turmeric
1/4 ts Cayenne
4 oz Brown rice
1 ea Green chili, chopped
3/4 pt Water
1 ea Juice of half a lemon
2 ea Tomatoes, skinned & chopped
Salt

Steep peas in boiling water for 1 hour. Drain & rinse well.
In a large pot, heat oil & fry onions & spices for 4 minutes over a medium
heat.
Add split peas, rice & green chili. Mix well. Pour on water & lemon
juice. Add tomatoes, stir once & cover. Simmer very gently for 40
minutes or until rice is soft. Season & serve.



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