Milagu Sadam Recipe (Pepper Rice)
Description:
Milagu Sadam, also known as Pepper Rice, is a quick and flavorful South Indian dish that can be made in a matter of minutes, perfect for busy days when you’re looking for something simple and delicious. The warmth of black pepper combined with a tempering of mustard seeds, curry leaves, and cashew nuts creates a truly aromatic dish. It’s a wonderful lunch box recipe that can be enjoyed by both children and adults. Serve it with a refreshing side of Tomato Onion Cucumber Raita and Elai Vadam for a complete meal.
Cuisine: South Indian
Course: Lunch
Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Rice (cooked) | 1 cup |
| Onion (finely chopped) | 1 medium |
| Whole black pepper (crushed) | 2-1/2 tbsp |
| Curry leaves | 2 sprigs |
| Mustard seeds | 1 tsp |
| White mustard seeds | 1-1/2 tsp |
| Cashew nuts | 10 |
| Oil | 2 tsp |
| Salt | To taste |
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 2-3
Instructions
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Heat the Oil:
Start by heating 2 teaspoons of oil in a pan over medium heat. -
Temper the Spices:
Once the oil is hot, add the mustard seeds. Let them splutter for about 10 seconds. Then, add the urad dal and sauté it until it turns golden brown. -
Sauté the Onions and Curry Leaves:
Add the finely chopped onion and curry leaves to the pan. Stir it occasionally and cook until the onions soften and turn translucent. -
Add Cashews:
Toss in the cashew nuts and let them cook for a minute or until they lightly brown and become crunchy. -
Add Black Pepper and Salt:
Sprinkle in the crushed black pepper and salt. Stir everything well to combine. Let it cook for about 2 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together. -
Mix in the Rice:
Add the cooked rice to the pan and gently mix it in. Stir carefully to coat the rice with the tempering and spices. Let it cook for 1 more minute, allowing the rice to absorb the flavors. -
Serve:
Turn off the heat and transfer the Milagu Sadam to a serving dish. Serve it hot, preferably with a side of Tomato Onion Cucumber Raita and Elai Vadam for a refreshing balance of flavors.
Enjoy this delightful, spicy rice as a fulfilling lunch or a quick snack. The simplicity and bold flavors of Milagu Sadam make it an excellent go-to recipe for busy days!
