Arisi Paruppu Sadham Recipe
Arisi paruppu sadham recipe is a popular main dish from Coimbatore or kongunaadu. It literally translates into dal rice or rice with lentils. A true comfort food for many, this arisi paruppu sadham is easy, nourishing and wholesome meal you can make in 20 minutes with one pot. Here is how to make Coimbatore style arisi paruppu sadham recipe with step by step photos.
Servings: 3
Calories: 189kcal
Ingredients
- 1 cup par boiled rice or raw rice
- 1/2 cup toor dal split pigeon pes
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
- 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
- 14 teaspoon methi seeds
- 10 curry leaves
- 1 onion , finely chopped
- 2 tomatoes , finely chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 tablespoon sambar powder
- water
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Rinse and soak the rice and lentils together for 20-30 minutes. Chop onions, tomatoes and keep ready.
- Heat a thick bottomed pan or a pressure cooker base with 2 tablespoons sesame oil.
- Temper with mustard, methi and cumin seeds. Also add curry leaves and saute.
- Add the chopped onions and saute till they turn a bit soft.
- Next add the tomatoes and saute for a minute.
- Add sambar powder and turmeric powder. Saute till the tomatoes turn mushy.
- Drain the soaked rice and lentils, add to the pot and mix well.
- Add 3 cups water and mix well. Season with salt.
- Cover and cook till the rice and lentils are completely cooked. If using pressure cooker, cover and cook up to 4-5 whistles.
Nutrition
Calories: 189kcal