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Fermented Curd Rice Recipe

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Description

Fermented curd rice, also known as "Thayir Sadam" in South India, is a popular dish made from cooked rice mixed with curd and then fermented. This dish is a staple in most South Indian households and is served as a part of the main course. It is a healthy and delicious dish that can be eaten for breakfast or lunch and is also perfect for picnics and potlucks.

Prep Time

The prep time for fermented curd rice is minimal. It takes about 20 minutes to prepare the ingredients and cook the rice.

Cook Time

The cook time for fermented curd rice is approximately 20 minutes.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup Rice
  • 2 cups Water
  • 1 cup Curd/Yogurt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Mustard seeds
  • 1/2 teaspoon Cumin seeds
  • 1/2 teaspoon Urad dal
  • 1/2 teaspoon Chana dal
  • 1 tablespoon Oil
  • A few Curry leaves
  • A pinch of Asafoetida

Equipment

  • Pressure Cooker
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Spatula
  • Frying Pan

Method

  1. Wash the rice and soak it in water for 15 minutes.
  2. Drain the water and add the rice to a pressure cooker with two cups of water.
  3. Cook the rice until it is soft and fluffy. Once cooked, let it cool down for a few minutes.
  4. Add the curd and salt to the cooked rice and mix well.
  5. Heat oil in a frying pan and add mustard seeds, cumin seeds, urad dal, chana dal, curry leaves, and asafoetida. Fry until the mustard seeds pop.
  6. Pour the fried ingredients over the curd rice and mix well.
  7. Cover the bowl with a lid and let it rest for 6-8 hours or overnight to ferment.
  8. Once fermented, mix the rice well and serve chilled.

Notes

  • You can add chopped cucumber, carrots, or pomegranate seeds for added flavor and nutrition.
  • Make sure the curd is not too sour, or it will overpower the flavor of the rice.
  • You can adjust the salt and spice levels according to your taste.

Nutrition Info

  • Serving Size: 1 Cup
  • Calories: 200
  • Total Fat: 5g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 5mg
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Total Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Dietary Fiber: 2g
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Protein: 5g

Recipe Tips

  • Make sure the rice is cooked well and is not mushy.
  • It is best to use fresh curd or yogurt for this recipe.
  • Use a non-reactive container to ferment the rice.
  • Do not mix the rice too vigorously after fermenting, or it will become too sour.

Enjoy this delicious and healthy fermented curd rice recipe, a perfect addition to your South Indian meal!


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