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Dodkyacha Bhat aka Ridge Gourd Rice

A delicious meal with the healthiest vegetable was Dodkyacha Bhat /Ridge Gourd Rice !!!
Prep Time30 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time45 minutes
Course: Brunch, Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Gluten-free, Indian, Maharashatrian
Keyword: Rice Recipes, ridge gourd rice, Simple and healthy diet in old age
Servings: 6 People
Calories:
Author: ArchanaPotdar

Equipment

  • Grater
  • Pot

Ingredients

  • 2 Cups Rice
  • ½ Ridge gourd
  • 4-5 Green chillies Adjust to taste
  • 1 Inch Ginger Grated
  • 1 Teaspoon cumin seed powder
  • 2 Teaspoon Coriander seed powder
  • 1 Cup Buttermilk Approximately

To Garnish:

  • Coriander leaves
  • Coconut freshly grated (optional)

Instructions

  • Soak the rice for 30 minutes in warm water.
  • After 30 minutes drain and set aside.
  • Meanwhile, in case the ridge gourd is tender grate them. However, in case they are not, peel the skin and discard and grate.
  • In a thick bottomed vessel add the ridge gourd, the coriander powder, jeera powder, salt and the rice. Mix well.
  • Add about ½ cup of buttermilk. Mix gently.
  • Cook on low flame with a lid.
  • There is no need to add water as the water from the ridge gourd is enough to cook the rice.
  • After say about 7 minutes you will see that the rice is half cooked. Add the rest of the buttermilk.
  • Cover and let it steam for another 5 minutes.
  • Switch off the flame and let it sit on for another 10-15 minutes.
  • Serve garnished with coriander.