Porridge or kanji as called in South India is a dish that is easy to cook. This is on of the most favourite dish for Ramadan season. let’s make ‘Ramadan Nombu Kanji’ (South Indian Porridge).
RAMDAN NOMBU KANJI
This is eaten after the evening prayers and is more often served in the mosque. Containing all kinds of nutrients, it is a delicious way to break your fast
PREP TIME: 5 mins
COOK TIME: 10 mins
TOTAL TIME: 15 mins
RECIPE TYPE: Porridge
CUISINE: Tamil Nadu
SERVES: 2
INGREDIENTS
- 1 teaspoon vegetable oil
- 1 clove
- ½ inch piece cinnamon
- ¾ teaspoon fenugreek seeds
- ¼ cup yellow moong dal
- ½ of a medium onion chopped fine
- ½ of a ripe tomato chopped fine
- ½ teaspoon ginger garlic paste
- 1 green chilli, chopped
- ½ cup rice grits
- 3½ cups water
- 2 tablespoon fresh shredded coconut
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 sprigs coriander leaves, finely chopped
INSTRUCTIONS
Heat oil in a pan and add one clove and a small half inch piece of cinnamon. Add the fenugreek seeds and the yellow moong dal and fry on a low flame for 3-4 minutes until its roasted well and very fragrant.
Add the onion, tomato, ginger garlic paste and green chillies. Add the rice grits and water. Cover the pan and cook for 4 whistles. Switch off the flame and wait for the pressure from the cooker to release naturally.
Open the cooker and add in the fresh shredded coconut, coriander leaves and the salt. Mix well to combine.
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