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South Indian Curry Leaves Rice Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup basmati rice
- 2 cups water
- 1 tablespoon oil
- 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
- 1 teaspoon urad dal
- 1 teaspoon chana dal
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 green chilies, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1/2 teaspoon red chili powder
- 10-12 curry leaves
- Salt to taste

Special equipment needed:
- None

Step-by-step instructions:

1. Rinse the rice in cold water and soak it for 30 minutes.

2. In a pot, add the soaked rice and 2 cups of water. Bring it to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover the pot. Cook for 15-20 minutes until the rice is cooked and fluffy.

3. In a pan, heat oil over medium heat. Add mustard seeds, cumin seeds, urad dal, and chana dal. Fry until the mustard seeds start to pop.

4. Add chopped onions and green chilies. Fry until the onions turn translucent.

5. Add turmeric powder, red chili powder, and curry leaves. Fry for a minute.

6. Add the cooked rice to the pan and mix well. Add salt to taste.

7. Serve hot.


- Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
- Cooking time: 30 minutes
Temperature:
- None
Serving size:
- 2-3 servings

Nutritional information:
- Calories: 300
- Fat: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Protein: 6g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Basmati rice can be substituted with any other long-grain rice.
- Urad dal and chana dal can be substituted with any other lentils.

Variations:
- Add vegetables like carrots, peas, and beans to make it a vegetable curry leaves rice.
- Add grated coconut for a coconut curry leaves rice.

Tips and tricks:
- Soaking the rice before cooking helps to make it fluffy.
- Use fresh curry leaves for the best flavor.

Storage instructions:
- Store the leftover rice in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheating instructions:
- Reheat the rice in the microwave or on the stovetop with a little bit of water.

Presentation ideas:
- Serve the rice in a bowl or on a plate.

Garnishes:
- Garnish with chopped cilantro or grated coconut.

Pairings:
- Serve with raita or yogurt.

Suggested side dishes:
- Pappadums or any other Indian flatbread.

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the rice is too dry, add a little bit of water while mixing it with the curry leaves mixture.

Food safety advice:
- Make sure to wash the rice thoroughly before cooking.

Food history:
- Curry leaves are a staple ingredient in South Indian cuisine.

Flavor profiles:
- The curry leaves add a unique flavor to the rice, which is slightly spicy and aromatic.

Serving suggestions:
- Serve as a main dish or as a side dish.

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Region: Indian

Taste: Spicy, Savory, Aromatic, Earthy, Herbal, Tangy