A comforting, nutritious one-pot meal with the goodness of moringa!

Ingredients (Serves 2-3)

• ½ cup rice (any variety)
• ¼ cup yellow moong dal (or masoor dal)
• 1 small carrot, diced
• 1 small potato, diced
• ½ cup chopped spinach or any greens (optional)
• ¼ cup fresh moringa leaves (or 1 tsp moringa powder)
• 1 small tomato, chopped
• ½ tsp turmeric powder
• ½ tsp cumin seeds
• ½ tsp grated ginger
• 1 green chili (optional)
• 1 tbsp ghee or oil
• Salt to taste
• 3 cups water
• Fresh coriander for garnish

Method

1. Rinse & Soak: Wash rice and dal, then soak for 15 minutes.
2. Sauté Spices: In a pressure cooker or pot, heat ghee, add cumin seeds, and let them splutter. Add grated ginger and green chili.
3. Cook Vegetables: Add chopped tomatoes, turmeric, and salt. Sauté until soft. Then, add carrots, potatoes, and spinach.
4. Add Rice & Dal: Mix in soaked rice and dal, stir well.
5. Cook: Add 3 cups of water and pressure cook for 3 whistles (or cook in a pot until soft).
6. Add Moringa: Once cooked, stir in fresh moringa leaves and let them wilt for 2 minutes.
7. Garnish & Serve: Top with coriander and a drizzle of ghee. Serve hot with yogurt or pickle!

✅ Health Boost – High in protein, fiber, and essential vitamins from moringa!