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Chitrannam
This delectable alternative to Tamarind rice offers the opportunity to satisfy that craving for sour food. Very simple to make, try this recipe to make your meal more interesting.
- recipe /
- Chitrannam /
Ingredients:
- 2c cooked white rice-medium grain
- 2Tbsp grated green mango
- 1tsp rice vinegar
- 2-3 green chilies longitudinal halves
- 1 whole Red chili
- 2Tbsp chana dal (Bengal gram)
- 1tsp urad dal ( Black gram)
- 1Tbsp sesame seeds
- 1/2tsp mustard seeds
- 1/2tsp turmeric powder
- 1 tsp sugar (optional)
- 1Tbsp oil
- Curry leaves and cilantro
Highlights:
- This is a South Indian preparation for festive occasion and a good alternative to tamarind rice in summer.
- Recipe for all those who are looking forward for sour taste. Do not add salt to compensate the taste. Only a pinch is acceptable.
- Portions – 4
- Serving Size – 1/2c
Procedure:
- Heat pan and add oil. In heated oil, add mustard seeds, green and red chilies. Also add urad dal, chana dal and roast them on the low flame heat.
- Add turmeric and grated mango and toss the ingredients. Grated mango need not be cooked. Add sesame seeds here.
- Add the cooked rice and gently mix.
- Garnish it with curry leaves and cilantro.