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South Indian Rice Kanji Recipe

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Description

South Indian Rice Kanji is a simple and traditional recipe made from rice, water, and a few spices. It is a popular dish in South India, especially during the monsoon and winter season. This dish is also known as rice porridge or congee, and it is a perfect comfort food.

Prep Time

The preparation time for this recipe is around 10 minutes.

Cook Time

The cook time for this recipe is around 30 minutes.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup of rice
  • 5 cups of water
  • 1 teaspoon of cumin seeds
  • 1 teaspoon of ginger paste
  • 1 teaspoon of garlic paste
  • 1 teaspoon of salt
  • 2 green chilies, chopped
  • 10-12 curry leaves
  • 1 tablespoon of ghee

Equipment

  • A pot or pressure cooker
  • A ladle

Method

  1. Wash the rice and soak it in water for 10-15 minutes.
  2. Heat the ghee in a pot or pressure cooker.
  3. Add cumin seeds, ginger paste, garlic paste, chopped green chilies, and curry leaves. Saute for a minute.
  4. Add the soaked rice and saute for 2-3 minutes.
  5. Add 5 cups of water and salt. Mix well.
  6. If cooking in a pot, cover it with a lid and cook on medium heat for 25-30 minutes or until the rice is well cooked. Keep stirring occasionally to avoid sticking to the bottom of the pot.
  7. If cooking in a pressure cooker, close the lid and cook for 3-4 whistles. Then, turn off the heat and let the pressure release naturally.

Notes

  • You can add more water to adjust the consistency of the kanji.
  • You can also add vegetables like carrots, beans, and peas to make it more nutritious.
  • You can serve it with pickle or papad.

Nutrition Info

  • Calories: 180
  • Carbohydrates: 38g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Fat: 2g
  • Sodium: 400mg
  • Potassium: 80mg

Recipe Tips

  • Make sure to stir occasionally while cooking to avoid sticking to the bottom of the pot.
  • Soaking the rice before cooking helps to cook the rice evenly and faster.
  • You can adjust the spice level by adding or reducing the number of green chilies.

Enjoy the delicious and comforting South Indian Rice Kanji!


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