Curd Rice Recipe: A Summer Comfort Food
During the summer months, Curd Rice is not just a meal; it is a bowl of comfort that soothes the body and helps the gut heal naturally with nutrition. Made with leftover rice, curd, and a tempering of oil, mustard seeds, and curry leaves, this dish can be enjoyed for both lunch and dinner. Here is a step-by-step guide to preparing this gut-friendly delight.
Ingredients
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 1 cup curd (yogurt)
- 2–3 tablespoons milk
- Salt to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 1 teaspoon oil or ghee
- 1/2 teaspoon mustard seeds
- 1 teaspoon urad dal (split black gram)
- 1–2 green chilies
- A few curry leaves
- 1 small piece ginger
- A pinch of asafoetida (hing)
- 2 tablespoons coriander leaves
- 2 tablespoons pomegranate seeds
Step-by-Step Preparation
Step 1: First, chop the ginger, green chilies, and coriander leaves. Set them aside for later use.
Step 2: In a deep mixing bowl, whisk the curd and milk together until smooth. Set this mixture aside.
Step 3: Add the cooked rice to the curd mixture. Season with salt and pepper, and gently mix everything together until well combined.
Step 4: Heat oil or ghee in a small pan over medium heat. Add mustard seeds and let them crackle. Then, add urad dal, green chilies, ginger, curry leaves, and a pinch of asafoetida. Fry for a few seconds until fragrant.
Step 5: Pour this tempering over the rice and curd mixture. Stir well to incorporate the flavors evenly.
Step 6: Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and pomegranate seeds. Serve fresh or chilled, as per your preference. Enjoy this cooling and nourishing summer meal!
