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Samak Pulao: A Wholesome Navratri Delight
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Samak Pulao
: A Wholesome Navratri Delight

38 mins
Cooking Time
Easy
Difficulty
13
Ingredients
Veg + Dairy
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Navratri is a special time filled with devotion, light meals, and delightful flavours. One standout dish is samak pulao, a cosy one-pot meal made with samak ke chawal (barnyard millet). This dish features a delightful mix of barnyard millet, fresh veggies, and a touch of mild spices. It's naturally gluten-free and gentle on the digestive system, making it an ideal choice for fasting days.

Ingredients

UNITSIngredients
1 cupSamak ke chawal (Barnyard millet)
2 cupsWater
2 tbspGhee
1 tspCumin seeds
1-2Green chilli (slit)
1 tspGinger (grated)
to tasteRock salt (sendha namak)
1 mediumPotato (diced)
1 smallCarrot (chopped)
6-8Green beans (optional, chopped)
2 tbspPeanuts
2 tbspFresh coriander leaves (chopped)
1 tspLemon juice

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Directions

Description - Step 1

Step 1: Rinse and soak

Start by giving your samak rice a good wash, then let it soak for about 10 minutes.

Description - Step 2

Step 2: Tempering

In a pan, heat some ghee and toss in cumin seeds, a green chilli, and freshly grated ginger. Let it sizzle together.

 

Description - Step 3

Step 3: Add veggies

Next, toss in diced potatoes, carrots, and beans. Sauté them until they’re just a bit soft.

Description - Step 4

Step 4: Cook rice

Now, add your soaked samak rice, some peanuts, water, and rock salt. Give it a good stir, cover it up, and let it cook until the water is absorbed and the grains are nice and fluffy.

Description - Step 5

Step 5: Finish

Garnish with fresh coriander and a squeeze of lemon juice. Serve it hot and enjoy.

 

Step 1
Step 1: Rinse and soak
12 Minutes
Step 2
Step 2: Tempering
3 Minutes
Step 3
Step 3: Add veggies
5 Minutes
Step 4
Step 4: Cook rice
15 Minutes
Step 5
Step 5: Finish
1 Minute

Plate it up!

Plating Instructions

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Serve it up in a lovely white ceramic bowl or plate, and don’t forget to add a sprig of coriander on top for that fresh touch.

 

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Pairing Instructions

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Pair this dish with vrat chutneys like coconut-coriander chutney or a refreshing cucumber raita as a side.

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Garnishing Instructions

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Add some toasted cashews on top for a delightful crunch, and finish it off with a drizzle of ghee for extra richness.

 

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