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Chef Kunal Kapur Rice & Biryani 40 Mins 4 Servings 2.4M views May 7, 2023
Curd rice, also known as "thayir sadam" in South India, is a traditional dish made from cooked rice that's mixed with yogurt and seasoned with a variety of flavourful spices. In this recipe, I'll be using cooked white rice, freshly made yogurt, and a delicious blend of mustard seeds, urad dal, curry leaves, and other aromatic spices to create a dish that's both tangy and savoury.

Ingredients & Measurements

Carefully curated and proportioned for authentic flavor balance. Adjust chillies and salt to your personal taste.

  • Main recipe vegetables / proteins
  • Whole and ground spices (Cumin, Turmeric, Coriander, Chilli)
  • Ginger, garlic, green chillies and fresh onions
  • Mustard oil, ghee, or neutral cooking fat
  • Fresh coriander and roasted kasoori methi for garnish

Step-by-Step Cooking Instructions

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    - Curd Rice is a simple and uncomplicated recipe from South India, which is simply curd, rice and tempering. Let’s begin with rice. Usually ponni rice is used for curd rice, so take some boiled rice in a flat bowl, and add some curd. Chop ginger, chop some green chillies, and add them to the rice and curd. Now add some grated carrots.
  2. 2
    - Now for tempering, in a hot pan, add some ghee, dried red chillies, mustard seeds, urad dal( to give it a bite and the nutty flavour enhances the taste), heeng, and “the star ingredient”; curry leaves. Cool the tempering a little, then add it to the rice.
  3. 3
    - Now, let’s get your hands dirty! Mash it well with your hand. You can add a little milk also if you want. Mix it properly.
  4. 4
    - Serve it with some pickle and appalam and enjoy this light to your tummy, Curd Rice!
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    For Complete recipe - https://www.chefkunalkapur.com/recipe/curd-rice/

Chef Kunal's Pro Secret Tip

Always soak long-grain aged Basmati rice for at least 30 minutes in cold water before parboiling. Parboil the rice to exactly 70-80% doneness (grain should break when pressed with slight resistance) before layering for the final 'Dum' steaming.

Recipe FAQs & Expert Advice

How long can I store leftover Curd Rice?

You can store leftovers in an airtight glass container in the refrigerator for up to 3 to 4 days. When reheating, warm on medium-low heat on the stovetop and add 2–3 tablespoons of warm water if the gravy has thickened in the fridge.

Can I make this recipe vegan or dairy-free?

Yes! Simply substitute dairy ghee/butter with mustard oil or neutral cooking oil, and replace milk/curd with coconut milk or cashew cream where applicable.

What is the key technique to get restaurant-style flavor in this dish?

Focus on blooming whole spices in hot oil first, patiently sautéing the onion-tomato masala until oil separates, and finishing with a pinch of crushed roasted kasoori methi and freshly ground garam masala right before serving.