Delicious Raw Mango Rice (Mavai Chitranna)Veg

1

Wash the rice in two to three changes of water. Soak the rice in water for approximately 30 minutes, then drain.

2

Cook the rice with the specified amount of water and salt until fluffy.

3

Spread the cooked rice onto a large platter or tray and allow it to cool completely before mixing.

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In a blender or food processor, combine the peeled and shredded raw mango, fresh grated coconut, green chilies, and mustard seeds.

2

Grind the mixture into a fine paste.

1

Heat the vegetable oil in a small saucepan or seasoning pot over medium heat.

2

Lower the heat slightly and add the Bengal gram dal (chana dal) and urad dal.

3

Stir for a few seconds, then add the raw peanuts.

4

Once the lentils and peanuts begin to change color, add the mustard seeds and wait for them to pop.

5

Reduce the heat and add the broken dry red chilies, curry leaves, and yellow asafetida (hing).

6

Stir in the ground mango spice paste, turmeric powder, and salt.Cook the mixture for about 3 to 4 minutes until the oil begins to separate from the spice paste.

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Gently fold the cooked, flavorful mango spice mixture into the cooled rice until evenly combined.

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Serve and enjoy!