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Sesame seeds (Til seeds) - white
dry roasted
White Urad Dal (Split)
Curry leaves
Dry Red Chillies
dry roasted
Black sesame seeds
dry roasted
Fresh coconut
grated
Rice
fully cooked
Mustard seeds
Carrots (Gajjar)
grated
Chana dal (Bengal Gram Dal)
Onion
finely chopped
Dill leaves
washed and chopped
Asafoetida (hing)
Raw Peanuts (Moongphali)
Sesame (Gingelly) Oil
Dry roast 3 tablespoons of peanuts, white sesame seeds, black sesame seeds, and red chilies in a pan until fragrant.
Set aside to cool.
In a mixer jar, add coconut along with the toasted peanuts and sesame seeds.
Grind to a coarse mixture.
Heat oil in a kadai (wok) on medium flame.
Add the remaining 3 tablespoons of peanuts, urad dal, chana dal, and fry until the peanuts are well roasted and the dal turns golden brown.
Add curry leaves and saute for a few seconds.
Add chopped onions and saute until softened.
Add grated carrots and dill leaves, sprinkle some water, cover, and cook for about 5 minutes until the carrots soften.
Add the ground peanut-sesame-coconut mixture, dill leaves, and cooked white rice, and stir well.
Add salt to taste, cover the pan, and simmer to allow the flavors to meld.
Simmer for 3-4 minutes, then turn off the heat.
Serve hot.
Expert advice for the best results
Roast the peanuts and sesame seeds until fragrant for best flavor.
Adjust the amount of chili peppers to your preference.
Everything you need to know before you start
15 mins
Can be made a day ahead and reheated.
Serve warm, garnished with fresh dill and a sprinkle of sesame seeds.
Serve with raita.
Serve with papadums.
The spices complement the dish.
Pairs well with the spice and herbs.
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Commonly prepared as a quick and flavorful lunch or snack.
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