Arisi paruppu Sadam (rice and dal) rice is a protein-rich filling meal. With minimal ingredients, it tastes great. One-pot Arisi paruppu sadham can be prepared in a pressure cooker and Instant Pot.
Should I soak rice + dal for Paruppu Sadham?
Yes, whenever I am making one-pot dal-based recipes I prefer soaking rice+ dal for better soaking. I gave soaked in hot water instead you can soak overnight in cold water. Well-soaked rice + dal yields the best Arisi pappu Sadam.
What should be the ratio of rice+ dal?
Traditionally 4:1 ratio rice: dal is used,but to add more protein I have used 2:1 rice: dal. Adjust according to your taste
What kind of rice should I use?
I have used sona masoori rice. Instead, you can use raw rice, ponni rice, etc.
How to make Pressure cooker Arisi Paruppu sadham?
For the pressure cooker version follow all the procedures but after adding water bring the water to boil then pressure cook for 3 whistles
How to make Arisi paruppu Saddam kids friendly?
For kids-friendly version, you can add extra water and makes it mushy. Also to make it less spicy use pepper-cumin powder and skip sambar powder
Can I cook pappu sadam with salt ?
I prefer adding salt after dal and rice are well cooked. Add salt , mix well and keep the cooker closed. Set aside for at least 15 minutes for salt flavor to incorporate
Can I prepare masoor dal pulao in other size instant pot?
Yes, I have used 5 quart instant pot but you can use any size instant pot. If you are using bigger pot add little extra water for proper cooking. For smaller pots reduce water else you will end up with slightly mushy pulao.
can I add garam masala?
yes, you can add any spice powder of your choice.
Ingredients:
3/4 cup Rice 1/3 cup Toor Dal 2 cup + 1/2 cup Water 15 small onion, chopped 1 Tomato finely chopped 3 Garlic, finely chopped 1/4 teaspoon Turmeric powder 1 teaspoon sambar powder 1/8 teaspoon Pepper powder Pinch of Fenugreek powder 2 teaspoon Butter/Ghee + to serve To temper: 1 + 1/2 tablespoon Sesame oil 1/2 teaspoon mustard seeds 1 teaspoon cumin seeds 2 red chilli Curry leaves few
how to make Arisi paruppu Sadam in Instant pot with step by step pictures:
Wash and soak dal and rice for 1 hour in hot water and drain the water
Turn on 5 quart IP in saute mode and add oil, wait till the IP notification turns hot
Once you see hot add mustard seeds, cumin seeds, red chilli, and curry leaves; let the mustard seeds splutter
Add chopped small onions and give a good mix
Furthermore, add chopped garlic and cook for around 3 minutes till onions turn translucent
Add tomato and cook till for a minute
Furthermore add turmeric powder and sambar powder; give a quick mix and cook for 30 seconds
Add soaked rice- dal, give a quick mix
Press cancel and Turn off IP
Mix well and make sure nothing is stick to the pan Add water and mix again
Finally add a pinch of fenugreek powder and pepper powder
Close the IP and keep sealing position
Turn on rice mode and let the pressure release naturally
Finally, add required salt and ghee; mix well
Close the IP and keep it said for at least 15 minutes for the salt to incorporate well
How to make Arisi paruppu Sadam in a pressure cooker with step by step pictures
Follow all the procedures as it till adding water After adding water bring it to boil Once the water starts boiling, mix well and pressure cook for 3 whistles, let the pressure releases naturally Add ghee and salt, close the cooker and let it sit for 15 minutes
