Nombu Kanji (Fasting Porridge)

Nombu Kanji (Fasting Porridge)

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Nombu Kanji is a traditional South Indian porridge made with rice, lentils, and spices, commonly enjoyed during Ramadan for Iftar. Light, nutritious, and flavorful, it’s a comforting dish perfect...

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Cooking tools:

  • Pot
  • Stove
  • Chef's knife
  • Cutting board
  • Measuring cup
  • Measuring spoon
  • Mixing bowl
  • Colander
  • Wooden spoon
  • Ladle
  • Serving bowl

Ingredients

  • raw rice: ½ cup
  • moong dal (yellow lentils): ¼ cup
  • minced meat (chicken/mutton) (optional): 200g
  • small onion (finely chopped): 1
  • small tomato (finely chopped): 1
  • green chilies (slit): 2
  • ginger-garlic paste: ½ teaspoon
  • turmeric powder: ½ teaspoon
  • cumin seeds: 1 teaspoon
  • fennel seeds: 1 teaspoon
  • black pepper powder: 1 teaspoon
  • garam masala: ½ teaspoon
  • coconut milk (optional): 2 tablespoons
  • water (adjust as needed): 5 cups
  • coriander leaves (chopped): 2 tablespoons
  • mint leaves (chopped): 1 tablespoon
  • ghee or oil: 2 teaspoons
  • Salt to taste

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