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Chettinad Milagu Saadam ~ Black Pepper Rice

Course Rice
Cuisine Indian
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 4
Author Rafeeda

Ingredients

  • 2 cups basmati rice
  • 2 tbsp oil
  • 1 tsp mustard seeds
  • 1 tsp chana dal
  • 1 tsp urad dal
  • 1 sprig curry leaves
  • 1 onion sliced
  • FOR ROASTING AND GRINDING:
  • 1 tsp cumin seeds
  • 2 tbsp black peppercorns
  • 1 dry red chilli

Instructions

  • Dry roast the whole spices under "for roasting and grinding" and grind them finely. Set aside.
  • Cook the rice till done. Set aside
  • In a large pan, heat oil. Splutter mustard seeds
  • Fry the dals and curry leaves briefly. Add the onion and cook till wilted.
  • Add the rice and the powder and toss to coat well. Cook for a couple of minutes and switch off.