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Ghee Rice Recipe South Indian Style

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Ghee rice recipe, South Indian nei sadam Raks Kitchen
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Description

Ghee Rice is a popular and delicious rice dish from South India. It is a flavorful and aromatic rice dish made with ghee, whole spices, and basmati rice. This recipe is simple and easy to make, and it is perfect for any special occasion or festive meal.

Prep Time

The prep time for this recipe is about 10 minutes.

Cook Time

The cook time for this recipe is about 20 minutes.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup basmati rice
  • 2 cups water
  • 3 tablespoons ghee
  • 1 small onion, sliced
  • 2 green chillies, slit
  • 1-inch ginger, grated
  • 3-4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • 2-3 cardamom pods
  • 2-3 cloves
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds
  • 1/2 teaspoon fennel seeds
  • Salt to taste

Equipment

  • A heavy-bottomed pan with a tight-fitting lid
  • A spatula or spoon for stirring

Method

  1. Rinse the rice in several changes of water until the water runs clear. Soak the rice in enough water for 30 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  2. Heat ghee in a pan. Add cinnamon stick, cardamom pods, cloves, cumin seeds, and fennel seeds. Sauté for a few seconds until fragrant.
  3. Add sliced onions, green chillies, grated ginger, and minced garlic. Sauté until onions turn translucent.
  4. Add the drained rice and sauté for a few minutes until the rice is coated with ghee and spices.
  5. Add water and salt to taste. Bring it to a boil over high heat.
  6. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pan with a tight-fitting lid and cook for 15-20 minutes, or until the rice is cooked through and all the water is absorbed.
  7. Switch off the heat and let it rest for 5-10 minutes.
  8. Fluff the rice with a fork and serve hot with raita, pickle, or any curry of your choice.

Notes

  • You can add vegetables like peas, carrots, and beans to make it a one-pot meal.
  • You can also add fried onions and cashews for garnish.
  • You can adjust the quantity of water depending on the quality of rice and your preference of the texture of the rice.

Nutrition Info

  • Calories: 350 kcal
  • Carbohydrates: 48 g
  • Protein: 5 g
  • Fat: 15 g
  • Sodium: 400 mg
  • Potassium: 150 mg
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Sugar: 1 g
  • Vitamin C: 4 mg
  • Calcium: 50 mg
  • Iron: 1 mg

Recipe Tips

  • Rinse the rice thoroughly to remove excess starch and impurities.
  • Soak the rice for at least 30 minutes to get fluffy and separate grains.
  • Use ghee for a rich and aromatic flavor, but you can use oil if you prefer.
  • Use whole spices for a fragrant and flavorful rice.
  • Cook the rice on low heat with a tight-fitting lid to prevent steam from escaping and to get perfectly cooked rice.
  • Let the rice rest for a few minutes after cooking to allow the flavors to meld.

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