Khichuri – rice, lentils and vegetables – Healthy Start

Ingredients

• 1 cup uncooked brown rice, washed
• 2/3 cup dried red lentils, washed
• 6 1/2 cups water
• 2/3 cup onion, chopped
• 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon turmeric (optional)
• 4 tablespoons vegetable (or canola) oil
• 2 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
• 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, finely grated (or ½ teaspoon ginger powder)
• 4 garlic cloves, finely chopped (or ½ teaspoon garlic powder)
• 1 medium tomato, chopped
• 1/2 cup green peas, frozen or canned