MANGO RICE

MANGO RICE

Ingredients:4 tblsp raw PeanutsCurry leaves150 gms Basmati RiceMasala1/2 tsp Turmeric Powder11/2 tsp Mustard seeds6 Red Chillies11/2 cup Grated Green Mango4 tblsp Fresh Coconut, grated1/2 tsp Asafoetida powderFor Tempering1 tbsp Chana Daal, rinsed1 Red Chilli, halved1 tsp Mustard seedsCurry leaves3 tblsp OilHow to make mango rice:* Cook the rice and spread on a platter to cool.* Set aside.* For masala: put mustard seeds, asafoetida powder, red chillies, turmeric powder, and grated coconut in a blender or food processor.* Add half the grated mango.* Blend into a fine paste.* Set aside.* For tempering heat up the oil in a heavy frying pan.* Add mustard, chana daal, red chilli, and curry leaves.* When the mustard seeds splutter, add the peanuts.* Once the dal is golden, add the remaining mango.* Sauté for a few minutes over a medium heat, until the mango is cooked.* Now add the masala.* Cook until the raw smell disappears.* Remove from heat up and set aside.* When the rice is cool, add salt to taste and extra curry leaves.* Stir in the masala little by little, until well blended.* Serve hot with fried.