Dham
Veg
Contains dairy
A traditional vegetarian feast served during special occasions, featuring rice, madra, curd, and various lentils.
Cuisines
Himachali
Best for
Lunch
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Recipe
Prep: 20 min
Cook: 40 min
Total: 60 min
2-3 servings
Ingredients
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1 cup | Basmati rice |
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1/2 cup | Yogurt |
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1/4 cup | Ghee |
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1 teaspoon | Cumin , seeds |
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1 teaspoon | Mustard Seed |
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1 teaspoon | Coriander powder |
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1/2 teaspoon | Turmeric powder |
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1/2 teaspoon | Red chili powder |
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1 pinch | Asafoetida |
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1 teaspoon | Salt , to taste |
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1 tablespoon | Ginger-garlic paste |
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2 cups | Water |
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1 handful | Cilantro , chopped |
Instructions
- 1 Wash and soak the basmati rice in water for 30 minutes, then drain.
- 2 In a deep pan, heat ghee over medium heat.
- 3 Add cumin seeds, mustard seeds, and a pinch of asafoetida. Let them splutter.
- 4 Add ginger-garlic paste and sauté for a minute until the raw aroma fades.
- 5 Stir in the coriander powder, turmeric powder, and red chili powder.
- 6 Add the curd and mix well, cooking for a couple of minutes.
- 7 Add the soaked rice and salt, stirring to coat the rice with the spices.
- 8 Pour in 2 cups of water and bring to a boil.
- 9 Reduce the heat to low, cover the pan, and let it simmer until the rice is cooked and the water is absorbed, about 15-20 minutes.
- 10 Garnish with chopped coriander leaves before serving.
Tips
For extra flavour, use whole spices in the oil first.