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Tamarind Rice
RATING
4.6/5(135)
TASTE SCORE
8/10
Tamil puliyodarai — rice tossed with tangy tamarind sauce, peanuts, and spices.
SERVINGS
1
INGREDIENTS
For 1 serving
NUTRITION · PER SERVING
505
505
CALORIES · 1 KATORI
Protein14g · 11%
Carbs87g · 69%
Fat12g · 21%
Fiber8g
Sugar12g
Saturated fat2g
Cholesterol0mg
Sodium176mg
Potassium629mg
Phosphorus868mg
METHOD · 3 STEPS
Cook and cool the rice
- Rinse the raw rice under cold water until clear
- Boil in measured water until grains are tender but firm
- Spread the cooked rice on a wide tray to cool completely
TIPCooling the rice prevents the grains from breaking or becoming mushy when mixing.Prepare the aromatic tempering
- Heat oil in a pan and add mustard seeds until they splutter
- Add urad dal, chana dal, and peanuts, sautéing until golden brown
- Toss in the dried red chilies and fresh curry leaves
TIPFry the peanuts on low heat to ensure they are crunchy all the way through.Simmer the tamarind base and combine
- Whisk tamarind paste, jaggery, salt, and turmeric together
- Simmer the mixture for two minutes until it thickens into a glaze
- Gently fold the sauce and tempering into the cooled rice
PRO TIPS
What to keep in mind.
4 tips from the recipe — small details that make a real difference to the final dish.
- 1Use aged Sona Masuri rice for the best texture and separate grains.
- 2If the tamarind paste is very thick, dilute it with a tablespoon of warm water before whisking.
- 3Add a pinch of roasted fenugreek powder at the end for an authentic temple-style aroma.
- 4Always let the rice cool to room temperature before adding the hot tempering to maintain grain integrity.
RECIPE VARIATIONS
Adapt it for your goals.
low sodium
Low sodium
Halve the salt and double the amount of curry leaves and ginger for a flavor boost.
spicierSpicier
Add two extra dried red chilies and a half-teaspoon of black peppercorns to the tempering.
diabetic friendlyDiabetic friendly
Replace white rice with brown rice or foxtail millet to lower the glycemic index.
HEALTH BENEFITS
Why this is on our healthy list.
digestion
Digestive Support
Tamarind contains tartaric acid which helps improve digestion.
immunity
Anti-inflammatory Properties
Turmeric and curry leaves provide antioxidants that reduce inflammation.
energy
Sustained Energy Release
The combination of rice and healthy fats provides long-lasting fuel.
QUESTIONS?
Frequently asked questions
Yes, it provides complex carbohydrates for energy and healthy fats from peanuts, while tamarind aids digestion.
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