Brief:
Indulge in a fusion divinity with this incredible Italian Jain, one-bowl recipe – **”Pomodoro Dal Risotto”**. A love-child between classic Italian risotto and hearty Indian lentil curry, this recipe will satisfy your cravings for both global flavours. It won’t make you compromise on your dietary preferences and will give a tasty twist to those regular dal and rice meals, all under 500 calories! So, ready to give your usual meals a rest and embark on this gastronomic journey?
Recipe Title: Pomodoro Dal Risotto
Recipe:
For the Pomodoro Dal, you need:
1. Toor Dal/Yellow Lentils (1/2 cup)
2. Tomato Puree (1 cup)
3. Chopped Onions (1/2 cup)
4. Chopped Garlic (1 tsp)
5. Olive oil (1 tbsp)
6. Salt to taste
7. Heavy Cream (1 tbsp)
Begin by cooking your lentils in a pressure cooker until soft. In a pan, heat olive oil and sauté onions and garlic until translucent. Add tomato puree, cooked lentils, cream, salt to taste, simmer it for 10 minutes.
For the Risotto, you need:
1. Arborio rice (1 cup)
2. Vegetable stock (2.5 cups)
3. Chopped Onions (1/2 cup)
4. Olive oil (1 tbsp)
5. Salt to taste
Sauté some onions in olive oil until translucent, add Arborio rice and toast it a bit. Gradually add vegetable stock while continuously stirring it. Cook until the risotto is creamy. Add salt to taste.
To assemble, ladle the Pomodoro dal over a bowlful of creamy risotto, garnish with basil and enjoy the delightful Italian-Indian fusion feast right in your kitchen.
This recipe is not only lip-smackingly delicious but also nutritionally balanced, perfect for anyone who loves some experimentation in the kitchen! So, why wait? Get cooking, and take a fantastic gourmet journey from India to Italy in just one bowl. Enjoy this unique gastronomic adventure. Buon Appetito!
