18 South Indian Mixed Rice Recipe Cook Up Something Special!

Ingredients:

For the Sambar Masala:

- 2 tablespoons coriander seeds
- 1 tablespoon cumin seeds
- 1 tablespoon black peppercorns
- 1 teaspoon fenugreek seeds
- 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
- 1 teaspoon chana dal (split Bengal gram)
- 1 teaspoon urad dal (split black gram)
- 2-3 dried red chilies
- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 tablespoon coconut powder

For the Rice:

- 1 cup rice
- 1/2 cup toor dal (split pigeon peas)
- 1 cup mixed vegetables (carrots, beans, peas, potatoes, etc.)
- 2 tablespoons ghee (clarified butter)
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
- 2-3 curry leaves
- 1 teaspoon asafoetida (hing)
- Salt to taste
- Tamarind pulp (soak a small ball of tamarind in water and extract the pulp)
- Fresh coriander leaves for garnish

Instructions:

Preparing the Sambar Masala:

1. Dry roast all the ingredients for the sambar masala in a pan until fragrant.
2. Let it cool down and grind it into a fine powder. Set it aside.

Preparing the Rice:

1. Rinse the rice and dal together and soak them in water for 20 minutes.
2. In a pressure cooker, add the soaked rice and dal along with 3 cups of water, salt, and mixed vegetables.
3. Cook for 3-4 whistles or until the rice and dal are fully cooked.
4. Once the pressure is released, open the cooker and mash the rice and dal mixture lightly with a spoon.

Preparing the Tempering:

1. In a separate pan, heat ghee and oil together.
2. Add mustard seeds, cumin seeds, curry leaves, and asafoetida.
3. Once the seeds start to splutter, add the tamarind pulp and 2 tablespoons of the prepared sambar masala.
4. Mix well and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes.

Bringing it all together:

1. Pour the tempering over the rice and dal mixture.
2. Mix well and adjust the consistency by adding water if needed.
3. Let it cook for another 5 minutes on low heat.
4. Garnish with fresh coriander leaves.
5. Serve hot with papad, raita, or pickle.
This South Indian mixed rice recipe is a perfect balance of flavors, textures, and nutrition. With its aromatic spices and hearty ingredients, it is a must-try for all food lovers. So, next time you're craving something different for lunch or dinner, give this recipe a try and impress your taste buds with the deliciousness of South Indian cuisine.