Curd Rice Recipe

Curd Rice is native to South-India. In telugu language, it is called 'Dadhojanam' or simply 'Perugu Annam' meaning Curd Rice. Dadhojanam is served commonly as 'prasadam' in most South-Indian temples. This easy-to-make dish is soothing to the tummy especially after having spicy food. It also serves as a great variation to the simple plain curd rice. Curd Rice picture

Summary

Preparation Time2 MinCooking Time5 Min

Ready In7 MinDifficulty LevelEasy

Health IndexHealthyServings3

CuisineIndianCourseMain Dish

TasteSavourSpecialityDiwali, Holi, Holidays

Main IngredientRiceInterest GroupEveryday, Classic, Quick

Ingredients

	Cooked white rice	1 Cup (16 tbs)
	Yogurt	3 Cup (48 tbs) (curd)
	Ground peppercorns	1⁄2 Teaspoon (grounded coarsely)
	Finely chopped ginger	1⁄2 Teaspoon
	Chopped cashew nuts	1⁄4 Cup (4 tbs) (a little less than 1/4th cup)
	Cumin seeds	1⁄4 Teaspoon
	Green chillies	3 , slit
	Salt	To Taste

Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Calories 335 Calories from Fat 137

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 16 g24.7%

Saturated Fat 6.2 g31%

Trans Fat 0 g

Cholesterol 29.4 mg9.8%

Sodium 237.1 mg9.9%

Total Carbohydrates 35 g11.8%

Dietary Fiber 1.3 g5.2%

Sugars 12.5 g

Protein 13 g26.3%

Vitamin A 7% Vitamin C 42.7%

Calcium 29.9% Iron 12.9%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Directions

Heat 2 tbs oil in a pan. When hot, add cumin seeds and let them sizzle. Add finely chopped ginger, curry leaves, slit green chillies, cashews and finally coarsely ground peppercorns. Saute for a few seconds (until cashews brown slightly).
Remove from stove. Add yogurt/curd, salt and mix well.
Add this mixture to cooked rice. You can add a little water if the mixture is too thick.
Serve as a side dish or after a spicy supper to soothe the tummy.

Curd Rice Recipe

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