Alambi Bhaat
Veg
Vegan
A traditional rice dish from the Konkani region, cooked with wild mushrooms, coconut, and spices, offering a rich earthy flavor.
Cuisines
Konkani
Best for
Lunch
Dinner
Recipe
Prep: 20 min
Cook: 40 min
Total: 60 min
2-3 servings
Ingredients
| 1 cup | basmati rice |
| 200 grams | mushrooms (preferably Alambi or wild mushrooms) |
| 1 medium | onion, finely chopped |
| 1 medium | tomato, finely chopped |
| 2 tablespoons | coconut oil |
| 1 teaspoon | mustard seeds |
| 1 teaspoon | cumin seeds |
| 1 teaspoon | turmeric powder |
| 1 teaspoon | red chili powder |
| 1 teaspoon | garam masala |
| 1 cup | coconut milk |
| 2 cups | water |
| — | salt to taste |
| 2 tablespoons | fresh coriander leaves, chopped |
Instructions
- 1 Wash and soak the basmati rice in water for 20 minutes.
- 2 Clean the mushrooms thoroughly and slice them.
- 3 Heat coconut oil in a pan over medium heat.
- 4 Add mustard seeds and let them splutter.
- 5 Add cumin seeds and sauté for a few seconds.
- 6 Add chopped onions and sauté until they turn golden brown.
- 7 Add chopped tomatoes and cook until they become soft.
- 8 Add turmeric powder, red chili powder, and garam masala. Stir well.
- 9 Add the sliced mushrooms and cook for about 5 minutes until they soften.
- 10 Drain the soaked rice and add it to the pan. Stir gently to mix with the spices.
- 11 Add coconut milk and water, then add salt to taste.
- 12 Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low.
- 13 Cover the pan with a lid and let it simmer until the rice is cooked and the liquid is absorbed, about 20 minutes.
- 14 Once cooked, fluff the rice gently with a fork.
- 15 Garnish with fresh coriander leaves before serving.
Tips
For extra flavour, sauté a bay leaf and a few cloves in the oil before adding the onions.