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Masala Bhath

Spicy Rice Maharashtrian Style - Masala Bhath is a traditional dish from Maharashtra, India, featuring aromatic rice cooked with a blend of spices, and vegetables, offering a burst of flavors with every bite.
Course Main Dish - Rice
Cuisine Maharashtra
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 People
Author Srivalli

Ingredients

For Rice

  • 2 cups Basmati Rice
  • 3 tbsp Ghee
  • 3 tbsp Cooking Oil
  • 3 large Onions
  • 3 cups Water

For Masala

  • 3 pods Cardamom
  • 1 inch Cinnamon
  • 5 Cloves
  • 20 Peppercorns Black, whole
  • A pinch Turmeric Powder
  • Salt to taste

For Garnishing

  • 1/2 cup Peanuts
  • 1/2 cup Cashew Nuts
  • 2 springs Curry Leaves
  • 4 Green Chillies
  • Mustard Seeds for seasoning
  • 2 tbsp Coriander Leaves chopped
  • 2 tbsp Coconut grated, fresh

Instructions

  • Wash the rice well and soak it for 15 mins.
  • Chop onions into fine pieces.
  • In a pan, add half the ghee and oil. Once its hot, fry the onions and the masalas until the onions are golden brown, ensure it does not burn.
  • Remove half the onions and set aside for garnish.
  • Take the pan in which rice is going to be cooked. Heat ghee, turmeric, drained rice. Fry for 2 mins.
  • Add water and salt to taste. Bring to the boil. Cover with lid and Cook for 20 - 25 mins.
  • For seasoning, heat the remaining ghee in a small pan and fry the nuts until golden. Fry the curry leaves, green chilies and mustard seeds until the seeds pop.
  • Once the rice is cooked, remove it to a serving bowl, pour the seasoned stuff over the rice.
  • Garnish the rice with the fried cashews, chopped coriander leaves and grated fresh coconut.
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