Sambar Rice with Vegetables
Fragrant South Indian rice infused with tangy sambar powder and mixed vegetables. A complete vegetarian dinner that's aromatic, warming, and naturally balanced.
- Total time
- 45 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 312
- Protein
- 6g
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups basmati rice
- 3 tbsp sambar powder
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 medium carrot, diced
- 1 cup green beans, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 tbsp tamarind paste
- ½ tsp turmeric powder
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 to taste salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1
Rinse basmati rice in cold water until water runs clear, about 2 minutes.
- 2
Dice the onion, carrot, and cut green beans into 1-inch pieces.
- 3
Heat oil in a large saucepan or rice pot over medium heat until shimmering.
- 4
Add diced onion and sauté for 3 minutes until soft and translucent.
- 5
Stir in sambar powder and turmeric. Toast for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- 6
Add carrot and green beans. Sauté for 2 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 7
Add rinsed rice and stir to coat with oil and spices, about 1 minute.
- 8
Pour in 3 cups water and tamarind paste. Stir to combine.
- 9
Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer 18 minutes.
- 10
Remove from heat and let stand covered for 5 minutes until rice is fluffy.
- 11
Fluff rice with a fork. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- 12
Serve hot in bowls.
Tools you’ll need
- large saucepan or rice pot with lid
- wooden spoon
- measuring cups
- knife and cutting board
- fork
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