Curry Leaves Rice: A Comforting Summer Lunch Option
Curry Leaves Rice is a delicious and comforting one-pot meal that is perfect for a summer lunch. Packed with the aroma and goodness of fresh curry leaves, this dish can be prepared in less than 20 minutes and makes for a satisfying meal. Here is the simplest recipe to try at home.
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked rice
- 1 cup fresh curry leaves
- 1 tbsp oil
- 1 tsp mustard seeds
- 1 tbsp chana dal
- 1 tbsp urad dal
- 2–3 dried red chilies
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
- 2 tbsp roasted peanuts
- ¼ tsp asafoetida (hing)
- Salt to taste
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Dry roast the sesame seeds in a pan and set them aside.
Step 2: In the same pan, add a few drops of oil and sauté the curry leaves until they become crisp. Let them cool completely.
Step 3: Grind the roasted curry leaves, sesame seeds, dried red chilies, and a pinch of salt into a coarse powder. Set aside.
Step 4: Add more oil to the same pan and heat it. Add mustard seeds and let them splutter. Then add chana dal, urad dal, roasted peanuts, and asafoetida. Fry until the dals turn golden brown.
Step 5: Add the cooked rice and the prepared curry leaf powder. Mix everything gently and cook on a low flame for about 5 minutes.
Step 6: Add salt to taste and cook for another 2–3 minutes on low heat, stirring occasionally.
Step 7: Once done, serve the Curry Leaves Rice hot with yogurt, pickle, or papad on the side.
This quick and aromatic dish is ideal for a light yet filling summer lunch. Enjoy the burst of flavors from fresh curry leaves and crunchy peanuts in every bite!
