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GARLIC PEPPER MASALA RICE BOWL

Garlic Pepper Masala Rice with Butter Tempering

This garlic pepper masala rice is bursting with flavor from roasted lentils, cumin, black pepper, and garlic. The spice mix is dry-roasted, ground into a powder, and sautéed in butter and oil with curry leaves, onions, and chillies. Mixed with hot rice and finished with fresh coriander and a final touch of butter, this dish is a comforting South Indian-style meal. Serve it hot with raita for a wholesome, satisfying experience with bold, earthy flavors.


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Flavorful South Indian-style spiced rice made with ground roasted lentils, garlic, and black pepper masala.¯

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Use short-grain or basmati rice that's fully cooled to avoid mushiness. Fry garlic on medium flame until golden for best flavor. Adjust black pepper to taste for more or less heat. Adding a final dollop of butter enhances aroma and texture. For extra crunch, toss in roasted cashews or fried onions before serving. This rice pairs well with simple cucumber or onion raita, balancing the heat with a cooling element. Always grind the masala only after cooling for best results.

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     Step-by-Step Recipe : Garlic Pepper Masala Rice Bowl

INGREDIENTS

For Dry Masala Powder:

  • 1 tbsp chana dal
  • 1 tbsp toor dal
  • ½ tsp jeera (cumin seeds)
  • 3 tbsp peanuts
  • 2 dry red chillies
  • 1 handful curry leaves
  • ½ tbsp black pepper
  • ½ tbsp oil
  • 10 garlic cloves (peeled)

For Rice:

  • 2 tbsp oil
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • ½ tsp jeera
  • 1 small onion (sliced)
  • 1 green chilli (sliced)
  • 1 dry red chilli (chopped)
  • 1 handful curry leaves
  • ½ tsp turmeric powder
  • Salt to taste
  • 200 grams cooked rice
  • 2 tbsp chopped coriander
  • 1 tbsp butter (final touch)
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PREPARATION STEPS

Dry Masala Powder:

  • In a pan, dry roast chana dal, toor dal, and ½ tsp jeera until aromatic. Set aside.
  • Dry roast peanuts separately until crisp and set aside.
  • Roast dry red chillies, curry leaves, and black pepper together. Set aside.
  • Heat ½ tbsp oil, fry garlic cloves until golden and soft. Let all ingredients cool.
  • Grind all the roasted items into a fine powder and keep aside.

Making Garlic Pepper Masala Rice:

  • In a pan, heat 2 tbsp oil and 2 tbsp butter.
  • Add ½ tsp jeera and let it splutter.
  • Add sliced onion and fry for 1 minute.
  • Add green chilli, chopped dry red chilli, curry leaves, and turmeric. Fry for 2 minutes.
  • Add the prepared garlic pepper masala powder and salt to taste. Mix well.
  • Add cooked rice and mix thoroughly.
  • Stir in chopped coriander and cook on low flame for 5 minutes, mixing occasionally.
  • Finish with 1 tbsp butter and serve hot with raita.

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