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    Neyichor | How to make Ghee Rice

    Published: Apr 16, 2019 · Modified: Sep 23, 2020 by Srivalli · 10 Comments

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    Neyichor literally means ghee rice and is a classic dish served along with spicy gravy nonveg or veg dishes.

    Neyichor refers to Ghee Rice in Malayalam, neyi means ghee, chor refers to rice. While this word means this is from the Kerala cuisine, this dish is common in almost all Indian States, each differing in how it is tempered.

    In the Malabar cuisine, Jeerakasala rice variety is used, wherein Andhra we use Sona masuri. In Tamil Nadu, either Ponni or Seeraga Samba is used. The spices used also vary depending on what's available locally. Though I would say we all end up using the same Biryani whole spice masalas.

    In this particular Neyichor, Jeerakasala/ Kaima rice variety is used. This is not similar to Seega Samba though it is used for making biryanis and is a scented rice variety.

    In our house, depending on which gravy we are making, we change the ghee rice. Most times, we temper with just bay leaf, clove, cardamom, and cinnamon stick. Sometimes we add Cumin Seeds. There are times when we add ginger garlic paste or onions and chilies. Sometimes we add browned onions.

    Again these dishes are what I have been making myself, and not actually referred to as any particular cuisine. So I can't say it's Andhra Cuisine, it always depends on what Amma says would pair well or depend on guests and many other things.

    Since I haven't shared a ghee rice dish with browned onions, I felt it was apt for me to share it for N as Neyichor, which is my pick for N in the AtoZ Quick Under 30 Minutes, my theme in the Biryanis, Pulaos, Khichdi, and Mixed Rices, where I am doing Quick Under 30 Minutes Meals. If you want to read some elaborate Biryanis, check out what I have for N in Spice your Life!

    Neyichor

    A to Z Quick Under 30 Minutes Meals

    A for Achari Chana Vegetable Pulao
    B for Bhuga Chawara
    C for Cholia Chawal
    D for Dal Khichdi
    E for Ellu Sadam
    F for Fodnicha Bhaat
    G for Green Garlic Pulao
    H for Hare Chane Ka Pulav
    I for Ivygourd Masala Rice
    J for Jevarisi Chitranna
    K for Kadam Bhog
    L for Lilva Pulao
    M for Methi Matar wara Chawaran

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    How to make Neyichor 1  Ghee Rice with Browned Onions and Nuts

    Neyichor | How to make Ghee Rice

    Ingredients Needed:

    1 cup Basmati Rice / Jeerakasala / Kaima)
    2 cups Water
    2 tbsp Ghee
    1/4 cup Onions juliennes
    1 Star Anise
    1/2 tsp Fennel Seeds / Saunf
    1 Bay Leaf
    4 Cloves
    2 inch cinnamon sticks
    Salt to Taste

    For Garnish

    1/2 cup Onions browned for garnish
    10 Cashew Nuts
    10 Almonds
    Few Raisins

    How to make Neyichor

    Wash and soak the rice for 20 mins.
    Slice and deep fry the onions, nuts and keep it aside.
    In a nonstick pan, add ghee and saute all the whole spices.
    Then add the drained rice and saute for few minutes.
    Add water and bring to a boil.
    Cover with lid and cook till done.
    Transfer to a serving bowl, top with browned onions and nuts.

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    Neyichor | How to make Ghee Rice

    Neyichor literally means ghee rice and is a classic dish served along with spicy gravy nonveg or veg dishes.
    Course Main Dish - Rice
    Cuisine Indian
    Keyword Ghee Rice
    By Cook Method Stovetop
    Occasion Party, Weekend Special
    By Diet Kid Friendly
    Dish Type 30 Minutes Meal
    Author Srivalli

    Ingredients

    • 1 cup Basmati Rice / Jeerakasala / Kaima)
    • 2 cups Water
    • 2 tbsp Ghee
    • 1/4 cup Onions juliennes
    • 1 Star Anise
    • 1/2 tsp Fennel Seeds / Saunf
    • 1 Bay Leaf
    • 4 Cloves
    • 2 inch Cinnamon
    • Salt to taste

    For Garnish

    • 1/2 cup Onions browned for garnish
    • 10 Cashew Nuts
    • 10 Almonds
    • Few Raisins

    Instructions

    • Wash and soak the rice for 20 mins.
    • Slice and deep fry the onions, nuts and keep it aside.
    • In a nonstick pan, add ghee and saute all the whole spices.
    • Then add the drained rice and saute for a few minutes.
    • Add water and bring to a boil.
    • Cover with lid and cook till done.
    • Transfer to a serving bowl, top with browned onions and nuts.
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    1. Vaishali Sabnani says

      April 16, 2019 at 3:57 am

      Wow ! Ghee rice made in so many ways ! I didn’t know you had gravy combos for this too . Very interesting , one of these days I will jot down your ghee rice combos . You have some lovely rice with the crunch of onion .
      Chor reminds me so much of my Kerala trip , as this is one of the words I learnt there . Also this Kerala trip when I picked raw ghee rice , where the raw rice had the aroma of ghee !

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    2. Suma Gandlur says

      April 16, 2019 at 6:31 am

      We coincidentally picked the same dishes for the two days of this week, Valli. Mine is coming later. Though simple, ney chor is a flavorful dish.

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    3. harini says

      April 17, 2019 at 7:44 am

      A very flavorful dish and it was in my initial list as well. But I had to change some stuff around and so landed with another dish for N.

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    4. Sushma Pinjala says

      April 17, 2019 at 7:24 pm

      Such a flavorful dis. my son would love this dish for sure.

      Reply
    5. Sharmila Kingsly says

      April 18, 2019 at 7:59 am

      Neichoru is a festival material... I can never get tired of this..such a simple rice but tastes heavenly

      Reply
    6. Kalyani says

      April 18, 2019 at 5:12 pm

      simple, flavourful dish.. I remember this being made at my BIL's place after their wedding in Kerala. With some stew, this is a lovely combo !

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    7. Gayathri Kumar says

      April 20, 2019 at 10:41 am

      This is a perfect base for all spicy curries either veg or non veg. This version topped with browned onions look so fantastic Valli.

      Reply
    8. Srividhya Gopalakrishnan says

      April 23, 2019 at 3:43 am

      I love ghee rice topped with browned onions. I can just eat it plain. Love that combo. Your picks for N are amazing.

      Reply
    9. Swati says

      May 08, 2019 at 12:37 am

      Mom made this when guests were invited, she used to pair this up with chole masala or dal makhani. Love your version. A simple flavourful rice dish.I like how you have topped it with browned onions...

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    10. Renu says

      May 15, 2019 at 7:45 pm

      A simple and delicious rice and when it is tempered in ghee it sure taste yum and healthy too.

      Reply

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