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Mixed Sprouts Rice This protein-rich rice preparation also presents a fiesta of colours, thanks to the use of a large variety of sprouts and veggies. Traditional indian spices add flavour to the rice, while the innovative use of pav bhaji masala imparts a tempting aroma to the vegetable preparation. The method adopted, of preparing the rice and veggies separately and then mixing them ensures that this mixed sprouts rice is conveniently moist and not too dry. It is as good as having a pulao and a subzi, but in a convenient one-dish format that you will love. Serve with a raita of your choice, and voila, you have a delicious and sumptuous meal. Preparation Time:  15 mins Cooking Time:  20 mins Makes 4 servings Ingredients For The Rice 1 1/4 cups   long grained rice (basmati)  , soaked for 15 minutes and drained 2 tbsp   ghee 1 tsp   cumin seeds (jeera) 2   cloves (laung / lavang) 1  stick of  cinnamon (dalchini) 1   bayleaf (t...

Rice and Curry Sizzler The rice and curry sizzler is ideal for a monsoon night, when you yearn for a steaming hot, spicy dinner that will make you feel snug and warm. It is a sumptuous one-dish meal that you can whip up quite easily. The use of pav bhaji masala gives it a very enticing flavour despite the simple procedure. If you do not have a sizzler plate, you can serve on a hot, sterilized dish that will retain the heat for a while, but the rice and curry should be piping hot, and the arrangement should be neat and tempting! Preparation Time:  15 mins Cooking Time:  15 mins Makes 1 sizzler Ingredients For The Rice 1 1/2 cups   cooked rice (chawal) 1 1/2 tbsp   oil 1/2 tsp   cumin seeds (jeera) 1/4 cup  finely  chopped onions 1 tsp  finely  chopped green chillies 1/2 cup   shredded spinach (palak) salt  to taste For The Curry 1 1/2 tbsp   oil 1/4 cup  finely  chopped onions 1/2 cup  finely  ...