Tamarind Rice From Char’s Kitchen!

May 23, 2023May 23, 20230 1
Tamarind Rice From Char's Kitchen
in Rice

Prep

5 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

25 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 cup long-grain basmati rice , cleaned and washed
2 teaspoons tamarind juice
1/2 teaspoon mustard seeds
1/2 teaspoon cumin seed
2 red chilies
1 bay leaf ( optional )
1/4 teaspoon jaggery ( optional )
1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder
4 stalks of fresh curry leaves , washed and torn
1 tablespoon oil
1 tablespoon plain peanuts , broken
1 teaspoon salt
3 cups water

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
250
Sugar
2g
Fat
7g
Tamarind Rice is a South Indian dish that is popular for its tangy and spicy flavors. It's a way to turn plain rice into a flavorful dish with minimal effort. Tamarind is the star ingredient in this recipe, adding a sweet and sour taste that pairs well with the heat of the red chilies and the earthiness of the cumin and mustard seeds. This dish is often served with papadums or raita, a yogurt-based condiment, and some fresh vegetables on the side.

Instructions

1.In a pot, bring the water and rice to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer, covered, for about 15 minutes or until the rice is cooked.
2.In a separate pan, heat up the oil until hot, and then add the mustard seeds, cumin seeds, red chilies, and bay leaf.
3.Once the mustard seeds start popping, add the fresh curry leaves and peanuts, and fry them for a minute.
4.Add in the tamarind juice, salt, jaggery, and turmeric powder, and stir well.
5.When the rice is cooked, transfer it to the pan with the tamarind mixture, and mix until all the grains are coated.
6.Serve hot or cold!

PROS

Tamarind Rice is easy and quick to make, and it can be served as a side dish or a main meal.

It’s vegan and gluten-free, making it a great option for anyone with dietary restrictions.

CONS

Tamarind Rice can be quite sour due to the tamarind juice, so it may not be everyone’s cup of tea.

Jaggery, a type of unrefined sugar, is optional and adds sweetness to balance out the sourness.
It can be difficult to find in some areas.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Tamarind is a good source of fiber and has anti-inflammatory properties, which can help aid in digestion and reduce inflammation.
Curry leaves contain antioxidants and are rich in vitamins A and C, which are important for eyesight and promoting a healthy immune system.

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