Rice with vegetables and mash in Indian style
3 servings
45 minutes
Rice with vegetables and mung beans Indian style is a fragrant and rich dish embodying the traditions of Indian cuisine. Mung beans, an important source of plant protein, combined with rice and spices create a harmonious composition of flavors. Turmeric gives the dish a sunny hue, while cumin, garlic, and ginger add warmth and richness to the aroma. Green chili adds a spicy note, while fresh tomatoes and lemon juice refresh the taste. This dish is perfect as a standalone vegetarian treat or as a side to meat and fish. Easy to prepare, it combines nutrition with exquisite Eastern flavor that transports you to the atmosphere of Indian streets filled with aromas of spices and fresh ingredients.
1
Rinse the mung beans, place them in a pot with water, add turmeric, and bring to a boil.
- Mung peas: 100 g
- Water: 500 ml
- Turmeric: pinch
2
Boil for 25 minutes until the mung beans are soft and the liquid evaporates.
3
Remove from heat and set aside.
4
Heat oil in a deep pan and add cumin seeds.
- Vegetable oil: 2.5 tablespoons
- Caraway seeds: 0.5 teaspoon
5
When they start to crackle, add garlic, onion, and sauté until golden brown.
- Finely chopped garlic: 3 cloves
- Onion: 0.5 head
6
Add frozen peas, ginger, green chili and sauté for 2 minutes.
- Frozen green peas: 2 tablespoons
- Grated ginger: 1.5 tablespoon
- Green chili pepper: 2 pieces
7
Add mung beans and 1 tsp of salt, then add rice and stir.
- Mung peas: 100 g
- Rice: 75 g
8
Heat the tomatoes on low heat for 3-4 minutes.
- Canned tomatoes: 2 pieces
9
Sprinkle with lemon juice.
- Lemon juice: 1 tablespoon