Beetroot Rice with Channa / Chickpeas ~ Day 39

This is one of the easiest, quickest, delicious and healthy rice dish to prepare.  It is a great lunchbox recipe to pack for kids as well as adults.  I made this dish with simple and minimal ingredients. Feel free to add onion, garlic, or any other vegetables if you wish.

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Preparation time: 10 minutes

Cook time: 25 minutes

Serves: 2

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Ingredients:

• Basmati rice - 1 cup, cooked
• Beet root - 1 1/2 to 2 cups, shredded
• Channa / Chickpeas - 3/4 cup or more, canned or cooked
• Cumin Seeds - 1 tsp
• Cinnamon Stick - 1-inch piece
• Cloves - 3
• Biriyani or Pulao masala powder - 1 tbsp
• Garam masala powder - 2 tsp
• Turmeric powder - 1/4 tsp
• Salt - to taste
• Oil - 2 tbsp
• Ghee - 1 tsp

Method:

1. Heat oil in a large skillet.  Add cumin seeds, cinnamon and cloves.  Fry for 15 seconds.
2. Add shredded beetroot and turmeric powder.  Saute for 2 minutes.
3. Add biriyani or pulao masala powder, channa / chickpeas and salt.   Mix well and cook for 5 minutes over low heat.
4. Add the cooked rice and mix well to combine.  Finally, add 1 tsp ghee and stir.
5. Serve hot with yogurt or raita.