Cook the rice and dal together. Give it a whistle for 2 to 3 times.

Tadka- oil or butter, add all the above mentioned spices. Saute it. Add chopped onions and tomatoes. Add a little ginger garlic paste, mix together. Now add palak puree. Lastly add the rice and the dal. Give it a boil. Add salt to taste. Serve it with raita.