Milagu Sadam Recipe (Instant Pepper Rice)

Step 1: To begin making the Milagu Sadam, heat oil in a heavy bottomed pan

Step 2: Add mustard seeds and wait till they crackle

Step 3: Add urad dal and sauté till dal begins to turn brown

Step 4: Add finely chopped onions and curry leaves

Step 5: Saute till the onions turn translucent

Step 6: Once it is done, add the cashew nuts in the pan

Step 7: Add freshly ground pepper powder and salt to taste

Step 8: Mix well and let it cook for a minute or 2 minutes

Step 9: Add cooked basmati rice and gently toss it to coat the rice well with the pepper-onion mix

Step 10: Check for seasoning, add more salt if needed

Step 11: Turn off flame and serve immediately

Step 12: Serve Milagu Sadam with Tomato Onion Cucumber Raita or Boondi Raita for a light and delicious weekday meal