Authentic Sindhi Sai Bhaji with Warm Bhuga Rice
A deeply nourishing and flavorful Sindhi staple made with mixed greens, lentils, and vegetables cooked to perfection. Paired with aromatic caramelized onion rice, this comforting meal bursts with rustic and wholesome flavors.
60min
Total Time
4
Servings
Sindhi
Cuisine
Recipe
1
Wash and soak the chana dal for 30 minutes before cooking.
2
In a pressure cooker, heat ghee and sauté chopped onions, ginger, and green chili paste until translucent.
3
Add chopped tomatoes, turmeric, red chili powder, coriander powder, and salt. Cook until oil separates.
4
Add the soaked chana dal, chopped spinach, sorrel leaves, potatoes, and mixed vegetables along with a cup of water.
5
Pressure cook for 4 to 5 whistles until the dal and vegetables are completely soft and blended.
6
Mash the mixture lightly with the back of a ladle to achieve a smooth, cohesive consistency.
7
For the bhuga rice, caramelize sliced onions in ghee until deeply browned, then add whole spices and rinsed basmati rice.
8
Pour in water, cover, and cook on low heat until the rice is fluffy and infused with onion flavor.
9
Serve the hot, nutritious sai bhaji alongside the fragrant bhuga rice.
Ingredients
1 cup spinach, finely chopped
1/2 cup sorrel leaves (ambadi) or dill
1/4 cup chana dal (split bengal gram)
1 medium onion, finely chopped
2 tomatoes, chopped
1 potato, cubed
1/4 cup mixed vegetables (carrots, beans, peas)
1 tsp ginger-green chili paste
1/2 tsp turmeric powder
1 tsp red chili powder
1 tsp coriander powder
2 tbsp ghee or mustard oil
Salt to taste
1.5 cups basmati rice
1 large onion, sliced thinly for bhuga rice
Whole spices (bay leaf, cinnamon, cardamom, cloves)
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