Rice has long been a culinary cornerstone in Indian households, and amidst the diverse array of rice varieties, black rice is emerging as a nutritional powerhouse. Black rice, celebrated for its health benefits, is becoming a popular choice over its white counterpart. Today, we delve into the realms of wellness with a recipe that not only satisfies the taste buds but also aids in reducing belly fat – the Black Kavuni Rice Kanji.
Ingredients:
- Black Rice: 200 grams
- Algae Lentils: 4 spoons
- Chives: 1/2 handful
- Tomato: 1
- Carrot: 1
- Garlic: 3 cloves
- Water: 6 cups
- Green Chillies: 2
- Coconut Milk: 300ML
- Coconut Oil: As required
- Fenugreek: 1/4 tsp
- Cumin: 1/2 tsp
- Coriander Leaves
- Mint Leaf
- Salt: As needed
Recipe:
Soak black rice for 8 hours. Keep the soaked black rice water separately, as it can be added while making porridge.
- Filter & Grind: Filter the soaked black rice without water and grind it into a fine paste along with washed algae lentils.
Cooking Process:
- Tempering: Heat a small amount of coconut oil in a cooker. Add fenugreek seeds, cumin seeds, and chopped garlic. Stir well.
- Vegetable Saute: Add chopped onions, carrots, and tomatoes to the mixture. Stir with coriander and mint leaves.
- Grinding Blend: Add the ground black rice to the sautéed vegetables.
- Water & Spice Infusion: Pour 6 cups of water, add salt, and stir. Add green chillies and let it boil thoroughly.
- Pressure Cooking: Cover the cooker and let it cook on medium flame until 4 to 5 whistles.
- Final Touch: After removing the whistle, stir the porridge thoroughly. Add thickened coconut milk, ensuring the stove is switched off.
- Garnish & Serve: Finally, add chopped coriander leaves. Your black rice porridge is ready to be served.
This Black Kavuni Rice Kanji offers not only a delightful culinary experience but also a treasure trove of health benefits. Rich in iron and fiber, this porridge is believed to have cancer-preventive properties and provides sustained energy to kickstart your day.
