Green Masala Pula and Boondi Raita

Cool, crunchy, and flavour-packed Boondi Raita alongside Green Masala Pulao and some crispy roasted papads. A comforting and satisfying lunch

Ingredients

For the Rice:

200 grams Basmati rice

(Washed and soaked for 15 minutes, then drained and set aside)

For the Green Masala (Grind to a Paste):

20 grams coriander leaves with tender stems

A few mint leaves

2 to 3 green chillies

2 tsp ginger garlic paste

1 tbsp kasuri methi (dried fenugreek leaves)

For the Pulao:

1 onion, finely chopped

1 tomato, finely chopped

Salt to taste

2 tsp East Indian bottle masala powder

Clarified butter (ghee), for cooking

Method

1. In a pan, heat clarified butter. Add the chopped onions and sauté until they turn lightly brown.

2. Add the chopped tomato and cook until soft and well done.

3. Stir in the prepared green masala paste. Cook for a minute.

4. Add the East Indian bottle masala powder for extra flavour and stir well.

5. Add the drained rice and mix gently to coat the grains evenly with the masala.

6. Pour just enough water to cover the rice—approximately ½ inch above the level of the rice.

7. Season with salt, cover, and cook until the rice is done and all the water is absorbed.

Boondi Raita – The Perfect Side for Green Masala Pulao

Ingredients:

500 grams of yogurt (curd)

4 tablespoons plain boondi or to your liking

3 tablespoons masala boondi (optional, for added flavour) or to your liking

¼ teaspoon chaat masala powder

¼ teaspoon pepper powder

¼ teaspoon red chilli powder (adjust to taste)

Salt to taste

1 tablespoon finely chopped coriander leaves

1 tablespoon finely chopped mint leaves

Method:

1. In a bowl, whisk the yogurt until it's creamy and smooth.

2. Add in the plain boondi and masala boondi.

3. Sprinkle in chaat masala, pepper powder, red chilli powder, and salt.

4. Mix well to combine all the flavours.

5. Finally, add the chopped coriander and mint leaves for a fresh, herby touch.

6. Chill until ready to serve.

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