Laal Vaal na bhaat

A simple sprouts and rice combo prepared South Gujarati way.


Laal vaal na bhaat

Ingredients

• 1 cup laal vaal sprouts
• 1 cup rice
• salt to taste
• 1 tbsp raisins
• 1 tsp Gujarati Garam Masala
• 1/2 tsp sugar
• 3 cups water
  

Grind to a fine paste

• 1/4 cup cilantro/coriander leaves
• 2 garlic cloves, peeled
• 1/2" ginger
• 3 green chilies
  

Tempering

• 2 tsp oil or ghee/clarified butter
• 1/2 tsp cumin seeds
• 1 sprig curry leaves, torn
• 1/8 tsp ajmo/owa/carrom seeds/ajwain
• 1/2 tsp asafoetida
• 1/2 tsp turmeric powder

Method:

1. Rinse and drain rice.
2. Heat oil in a pressure cooker. Add the tempering ingredients.
3. As they sizzle, add raisins. When they puff up, add ground paste.
4. Fry for 5 minutes. Add rice and sprouts. Saute for 2 minutes.
5. Add 3 cups water, salt, sugar, Gujarati garam masala. Bring to boil.
6. Close the lid. Pressure cook for 2-3 whistles.
7. Serve hot with chhas or yogurt.

Note -

1. Basmati or Surti Kolum rice can be used for this recipe.