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Soaked and Cooked Long-Grained Rice: The Foundation of Indian Meals
Soaked and cooked long-grained rice, particularly basmati rice, forms the cornerstone of countless Indian meals. This note explores the various roles it plays in Indian cuisine:
The Perfect Base:
- Fluffy and Separate Grains: Soaking plumps up the rice grains, ensuring they cook evenly and separate nicely, preventing a mushy texture. This fluffy and distinct grain separation is a hallmark of well-prepared Indian rice.
- Enhanced Flavor and Texture: Soaking allows the rice to absorb water and release some starches, leading to a slightly enhanced flavor and a more desirable texture compared to unsoaked rice.
- Health Benefits: Soaking can potentially break down some of the phytic acid present in rice, which might improve mineral absorption.
Serving Styles and Pairings:
- Plain Rice: Steamed or boiled long-grained rice is a staple accompaniment to various curries, dals, and stir-fries. Its neutral flavor allows the vibrant spices and complex flavors of the main dishes to shine.
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- Flavored Rice Dishes: Basmati rice is a key ingredient in numerous flavored rice dishes like Jeera Rice (cumin rice), Pulao (spiced rice with vegetables), and Biryani (layered rice dish with meat or vegetables).
- Sweet Rice Dishes: Soaked and cooked long-grained rice can also be used for sweet preparations like Kheer (rice pudding) and Zarda (sweet rice with nuts and dried fruits).
Cooking Techniques:
- Stovetop Cooking: Soaked rice is traditionally cooked in a pot or pressure cooker with a specific water-to-rice ratio for perfect results.
- Dum Biryani: This layered rice dish involves sealing the pot after an initial cooking phase, allowing the rice to steam and absorb flavors for a truly delectable outcome.
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Regional Variations:
- South India: In South Indian cuisine, long-grained rice is often paired with lentil stews like Sambar and Rasam, creating a balanced and satisfying meal.
- North India: Basmati rice features prominently in North Indian cuisine, accompanying curries like Butter Chicken and Rogan Josh, where its fluffy texture perfectly complements the rich gravies.
- Eastern India: Long-grained rice is a staple in Eastern Indian states like West Bengal and Odisha, often served with vegetable curries and fish dishes.
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Overall, soaked and cooked long-grained rice is more than just a side dish in Indian cuisine. It's a foundational element, a canvas that absorbs and complements the vibrant flavors of countless dishes, forming the base of a comforting and delicious meal.
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Achari Paneer Pulao, Paneer Tikka Rice by Tarla Dalal
achari paneer pulao recipe |
Indian paneer tikka pulao |
paneer tikka rice |
achari biryani | with 29 amazing images.
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Recipe #7555
Achari Paneer Pulao, Paneer Tikka Rice
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Mexican Fried Rice, Quick Recipe by Tarla Dalal
Mexican fried rice |
vegetarian Mexican fried rice |
Indian style Mexican fried rice |
quick fried rice | with 29 amazing images.
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Recipe #1253
Mexican Fried Rice, Quick Recipe
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Shahi Pulao by Tarla Dalal
shahi pulao |
shahi veg pulao |
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how to make shahi pulao | with 30 amazing images.
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Shahi Pulao
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Corn Palak Pulao by Tarla Dalal
corn palak pulao recipe |
spinach corn rice |
sweet corn spinach pulao | with 27 amazing images.
corn palak pulao recipe also known as palak corn (makai) pulao, is a simple, scrumptious, an ....
Recipe #5710
Corn Palak Pulao
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Lahsuni Palak Chawal by Tarla Dalal
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garlic spinach pulao |
palak pulao |
spinach rice |
lasooni palak pulao | with amazing 32 images.
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Lahsuni Palak Chawal
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Recipe# 479
26 Nov 13
Thai Pineapple Rice by Tarla Dalal
The Thai Pineapple Rice is nothing short of an adventure for your taste buds. As they travel into each mouthful, your taste buds will experience a burst of flavours – the sweet and sour pineapple, spicy curry paste, soothing coconut milk, juicy raisins, and more, and more. While the authentic prepar ....
Recipe #479
Thai Pineapple Rice
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Mughlai Vegetable Biryani Recipe by Tarla Dalal
This vegetarian biryani uses loads of chopped vegetables such as carrots, french beans and potatoes to prepare the mixture that is layered between rice flavoured with whole garam masalas.
You could remove the garam masalas from the rice before layering if required. Topping this biryani with some ....
Recipe #30971
Mughlai Vegetable Biryani Recipe
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Bhinda Ni Kadhi, Gujarati Bhindi Kadhi by Tarla Dalal
bhinda ni kadhi recipe |
Gujarati bhindi ki kadhi |
Indian style okra yogurt curry | with 30 amazing images.
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Recipe #609
Bhinda Ni Kadhi, Gujarati Bhindi Kadhi
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Gatte ka Pulao, Rajasthani Gatte Ka Pulao
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Cabbage Rice by Tarla Dalal
Cabbage rice is just the thing to make when you get back home late and wish for a quick-fix but filling dinner! sliced capsicum and a very mild dose of pepper are the only flavouring agents in this gentle rice and cabbage preparation. A sprinkling of cheese ensures that the meal is satisfying too.
Recipe #1541
Cabbage Rice
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Baked Rice with Corn Curry by Tarla Dalal
Rice, cooked with onion and spices, is layered with a tangy tomato-based corn curry, and baked, resulting in a truly tongue-tickling delicacy with a unique texture and mind-blowing flavour.
The Baked Rice with Corn Curry owes its flavour to the curry, which in turn gets its exotic richness fro ....
Recipe #2477
Baked Rice with Corn Curry
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Baby Corn and Capsicum Rice ( Tiffin Treats) by Tarla Dalal
baby corn and capsicum rice |
baby corn and capsicum pulao for kids tiffin box |
vegetable rice for kids | with amazing 16 images.
baby corn and capsicum rice is perfect for
Recipe #33087
Baby Corn and Capsicum Rice ( Tiffin Treats)
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Recipe# 199
20 Aug 10
Rice and Curry Sizzler by Tarla Dalal
The rice and curry sizzler is ideal for a monsoon night, when you yearn for a steaming hot, spicy dinner that will make you feel snug and warm. It is a sumptuous one-dish meal that you can whip up quite easily. The use of pav bhaji masala gives it a very enticing flavour despite the simple procedure ....
Recipe #199
Rice and Curry Sizzler
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Vegetable Hong Kong Style with Steamed Rice by Tarla Dalal
Diagonally cut vegetables, especially when they come in contrasting colours like white, yellow, green and orange, are a beautiful sight to behold.
However, this pretty combo transforms into a fiery tongue-tickler when combined with pungent sauces, red chillies, ginger and garlic, as you will exp ....
Recipe #315
Vegetable Hong Kong Style with Steamed Rice
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Recipe #2217
Baked Beans with Buttered Rice, Bean Vegetable Rice
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Spicy Kofta Curry by Tarla Dalal
A tomato based curry jazzed up with a spicy masala paste becomes home to mouth-watering koftas, in this spicy kofta curry. It goes very well with
rice as well as
parathas , and transforms even a simple ....
Recipe #1493
Spicy Kofta Curry
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Green Pea and Paneer Rice with Coconut Curry by Tarla Dalal
Perfectly cooked basmati rice, dotted with vibrant green peas and soft paneer cubes, is layered with a succulent curry of onions in coconut milk, and baked quickly in the
Microwave to enhance and fuse the flavours of the curry with the rice.
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Recipe #2476
Green Pea and Paneer Rice with Coconut Curry
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Spinach and Green Pea Rice by Tarla Dalal
spinach green peas rice recipe |
palak matar pulao |
green peas spinach pulao |
quick palak peas pulao | with 29 amazing images.
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Recipe #2469
Spinach and Green Pea Rice
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Bohri Khichdi ( Desi Khana ) by Tarla Dalal
Cooked rice and dal are layered with a special gravy made with bohri masala, and topped with deep-fried onions. The texture after baking and the confluence of flavours make the bohri khichdi an experience par excellence!
Recipe #1553
Bohri Khichdi ( Desi Khana )
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Recipe# 1552
23 Sep 13
Corn Pulao ( Desi Khana) by Tarla Dalal
Layers of rice, cooked along with corn, carrot, capsicum and a few simple spices, interact with a richly-flavoured curry… and, the conversation between the layers in the corn pulao is rather interesting! Baking the arrangement in an aluminium foil wrapper gives a special touch to the pulao.
Recipe #1552
Corn Pulao ( Desi Khana)
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Corn and Vegetable Ring with Coconut Curry by Tarla Dalal
Corn and vegetable ring with coconut curry is an elaborate dish fit for a party. It involves making the corn and vegetable ring with mixed veggies, rice and corn; preparing the coconut curry; and then assembling both neatly to ensure an alluring visual appeal. It will take time, but definitely worth ....
Recipe #1558
Corn and Vegetable Ring with Coconut Curry
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Mixed Vegetable Pie by Tarla Dalal
For many, the very mention of the word
pie brings to mind a deliciously sweet dessert! But, pies mean more than that. The pie crusts can be filled with not just sweet somethings but also savoury stuff as in the case of this unforgettable Mixed V ....
Recipe #2464
Mixed Vegetable Pie
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Masala Rice with Stuffed Vegetables by Tarla Dalal
Stuffing vegetables with masala mixtures before sautéing is a common practice in Indian cuisine, as it imparts a deep and lingering taste to the vegetables, which may then be served as such or added to rice dishes or gravies. In this delicious preparation of Masala Rice with Stuffed Vegetables, the ....
Recipe #1583
Masala Rice with Stuffed Vegetables
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Recipe# 22664
06 Mar 13
Recipe #22664
Thai Green Stir-fry Rice
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