Gujarati Wadi Pulao
Description
Gujarati Wadi Pulao features sun-dried lentil dumplings known as “Wadi,” which are smaller and more delicate compared to their Punjabi counterparts, Mangodi. In Gujarat, these Wadis are typically made with Chana Dal (Bengal gram) and other dals like green mung and yellow mung to meet protein needs in their vegetarian cuisine.
Cuisine: Gujarati Recipes
Course: Lunch
Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup Basmati rice
- 1/2 cup Badi (Wadi)
- 2 Green chillies, finely chopped
- 1 sprig Curry leaves
- 1 tablespoon Chana dal (Bengal gram dal)
- 1 tablespoon White urad dal (split)
- 1 teaspoon Mustard seeds (Rai/Kadugu)
- 1/2 teaspoon Turmeric powder (Haldi)
- 1/2 teaspoon Lemon juice
- 1 pinch Asafoetida (Hing)
- Salt, to taste
- Oil, for cooking
Preparation Time: 20 mins
Cooking Time: 45 mins
Total Time: 1 hour 5 mins
Serves: 4
Instructions
- Soak the Rice: Wash and soak the Basmati rice for 10 to 15 minutes.
- Fry the Wadi: Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a wok or kadai and stir-fry the wadi until golden brown. Once done, remove the wadi from the oil and set it aside.
- Prepare the Tempering: In the same wok, heat 1 teaspoon of oil. Add mustard seeds, urad dal, and chana dal. Fry until the dals change color and become aromatic.
- Add Spices: Stir in asafoetida, green chilies, and curry leaves. Sauté for a few seconds.
- Combine Rice and Wadi: Add the fried wadi, soaked rice, and salt to the wok. Mix well.
- Cook the Pulao: Add 2 cups of water to the pan. Bring to a brisk boil. Once boiling, lower the heat, cover, and let it cook until all the water is absorbed and the rice is tender.
- Rest the Rice: Turn off the heat and let the rice rest for another 10 minutes.
- Final Touch: Stir in 1 tablespoon of ghee and lemon juice.
Serve the Gujarati Wadi Pulao with Tomato Onion Tadka Raita and a side of roasted papad for a delightful weekday meal or pack it in your lunch box for an easy, flavorful lunch.
Enjoy this delicious and nutritious Gujarati dish packed with flavors and textures, perfect for any lunch!
