Vegetable Kathi Roll Rice

Vegetable Kathi Roll Rice is a delicious fusion dish that combines the vibrant flavors of Indian street food with a hearty rice base. Packed with protein-rich ingredients and colorful vegetables, it's a satisfying dinner option that's both nutritious and flavorful.

Ingredients

• Basmati rice - 1 cup
• Mixed vegetables (carrots, bell peppers, peas) - 1 cup, chopped
• Chickpeas - 1/2 cup, cooked
• Onion - 1 medium, thinly sliced
• Tomato - 1 medium, chopped
• Ginger - 1 inch, grated
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Green chili - 1, finely chopped
• Cumin seeds - 1 teaspoon
• Turmeric powder - 1/2 teaspoon
• Garam masala - 1 teaspoon
• Coriander powder - 1 teaspoon
• Vegetable oil - 2 tablespoons
• Fresh coriander leaves - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Salt - to taste
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon

Steps

1. Rinse the basmati rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Soak for 20 minutes, then drain.
2. In a pot, add 2 cups of water and bring to a boil. Add the soaked rice, a pinch of salt, and cook on low heat until all water is absorbed and rice is fluffy, about 15 minutes.
3. In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and let them sizzle for a few seconds.
4. Add the sliced onion and sauté until translucent. Then add ginger, garlic, and green chili, cooking for another 2 minutes until fragrant.
5. Stir in the chopped tomatoes, turmeric powder, coriander powder, and salt. Cook until the tomatoes soften.
6. Add the mixed vegetables and chickpeas, stirring well. Cook for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
7. Sprinkle garam masala and mix well. Remove from heat and stir in the chopped coriander leaves and lemon juice.
8. Serve the spiced vegetable mixture over the fluffy basmati rice.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 15 g
• Carbs: 75 g
• Fiber: 12 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein from chickpeas, promoting muscle health.
• Rich in fiber from vegetables and rice, aiding digestion.

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