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42 soaked and cooked long grain rice recipes
Last Updated : Mar 06,2024
soaked and cooked long grained rice recipes | Indian recipes using soaked and cooked long grained rice |
Soaked and Cooked Long-Grained Rice: The Foundation of Indian Meals
Soaked and cooked long-grained rice, particularly basmati rice, forms the cornerstone of countless Indian meals. This note explores the various roles it plays in Indian cuisine:
The Perfect Base:
- Fluffy and Separate Grains: Soaking plumps up the rice grains, ensuring they cook evenly and separate nicely, preventing a mushy texture. This fluffy and distinct grain separation is a hallmark of well-prepared Indian rice.
- Enhanced Flavor and Texture: Soaking allows the rice to absorb water and release some starches, leading to a slightly enhanced flavor and a more desirable texture compared to unsoaked rice.
- Health Benefits: Soaking can potentially break down some of the phytic acid present in rice, which might improve mineral absorption.
Serving Styles and Pairings:
- Plain Rice: Steamed or boiled long-grained rice is a staple accompaniment to various curries, dals, and stir-fries. Its neutral flavor allows the vibrant spices and complex flavors of the main dishes to shine.
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- Flavored Rice Dishes: Basmati rice is a key ingredient in numerous flavored rice dishes like Jeera Rice (cumin rice), Pulao (spiced rice with vegetables), and Biryani (layered rice dish with meat or vegetables).
- Sweet Rice Dishes: Soaked and cooked long-grained rice can also be used for sweet preparations like Kheer (rice pudding) and Zarda (sweet rice with nuts and dried fruits).
Cooking Techniques:
- Stovetop Cooking: Soaked rice is traditionally cooked in a pot or pressure cooker with a specific water-to-rice ratio for perfect results.
- Dum Biryani: This layered rice dish involves sealing the pot after an initial cooking phase, allowing the rice to steam and absorb flavors for a truly delectable outcome.
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Regional Variations:
- South India: In South Indian cuisine, long-grained rice is often paired with lentil stews like Sambar and Rasam, creating a balanced and satisfying meal.
- North India: Basmati rice features prominently in North Indian cuisine, accompanying curries like Butter Chicken and Rogan Josh, where its fluffy texture perfectly complements the rich gravies.
- Eastern India: Long-grained rice is a staple in Eastern Indian states like West Bengal and Odisha, often served with vegetable curries and fish dishes.
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Overall, soaked and cooked long-grained rice is more than just a side dish in Indian cuisine. It's a foundational element, a canvas that absorbs and complements the vibrant flavors of countless dishes, forming the base of a comforting and delicious meal.
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Zarda Pulao by Tarla Dalal
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The magic of spices unfolds, making the Zarda Pulao an experience that stays carved in your memory forever.
Perfectly-cooked long-grained rice is tinged with saffron and rose water, enriched with mawa, boosted with spices and embellished with many a nut and dry fruit.
Indeed, the Zarda Pulao ....
Recipe #41795
Zarda Pulao
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Recipe# 8850
18 Oct 10
Vegetable Pulao By Jesanthony by jesanthony
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Irrestible and quick vegetable pulao recipe. Ideal main course rice dish with mixed vegetables and fragrant spices.
Recipe #8850
Vegetable Pulao By Jesanthony
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Vegetable Hong Kong Style with Steamed Rice by Tarla Dalal
Diagonally cut vegetables, especially when they come in contrasting colours like white, yellow, green and orange, are a beautiful sight to behold.
However, this pretty combo transforms into a fiery tongue-tickler when combined with pungent sauces, red chillies, ginger and garlic, as you will exp ....
Recipe #315
Vegetable Hong Kong Style with Steamed Rice
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Recipe# 479
26 Nov 13
Thai Pineapple Rice by Tarla Dalal
The Thai Pineapple Rice is nothing short of an adventure for your taste buds. As they travel into each mouthful, your taste buds will experience a burst of flavours – the sweet and sour pineapple, spicy curry paste, soothing coconut milk, juicy raisins, and more, and more. While the authentic prepar ....
Recipe #479
Thai Pineapple Rice
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Recipe# 22664
06 Mar 13
Recipe #22664
Thai Green Stir-fry Rice
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Recipe# 9619
14 Mar 07
Recipe #9619
Tangy Tomato Rice
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Recipe# 8859
27 Oct 10
Tamarind Pulao By Nanditamistry by nanditamistry
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A south indian pulao, taste yummy, lasts for 24 hours, its easy to carry for journey once packed in foil.
Recipe #8859
Tamarind Pulao By Nanditamistry
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Stir-fry Indian Rice by Tarla Dalal
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Mildly spiced rice, with select vegetables, curds and cheese. Simply yummy!
Recipe #22663
Stir-fry Indian Rice
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Stewed Rice in Manchurian Gravy, Chinese Recipe by Tarla Dalal
The mind-blowing blend of flavours and textures in this rice preparation is sure to excite your taste buds!
A truly tongue-tickling dish from the
Chinese repertoire, Stewed Rice in Manchurian Gravy is prepared by stewing cooked rice with a ....
Recipe #42239
Stewed Rice in Manchurian Gravy, Chinese Recipe
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Spinach and Green Pea Rice by Tarla Dalal
spinach green peas rice recipe |
palak matar pulao |
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quick palak peas pulao | with 29 amazing images.
spinach green peas rice is an
Recipe #2469
Spinach and Green Pea Rice
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Recipe# 38496
20 Sep 14
Spinach and Carrot Risotto by Tarla Dalal
Risotto is a classic Italian preparation of rice simmered with cheese, milk, cream and pepper. In this sumptuous Spinach and Carrot Risotto, veggies, tomato purée and mixed herbs enhance the classic risotto by adding more crunch, tang, aroma and of course, flavour. Always serve risottos fresh off th ....
Recipe #38496
Spinach and Carrot Risotto
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Spicy Vegetable Pulao by Tarla Dalal
spicy vegetable pulao recipe |
masala pulao |
veg pulao | with 25 amazing images.
spicy vegetable pulao is a simple, easy and quick pulao recipe to make. Learn how to make
Recipe #2216
Spicy Vegetable Pulao
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Spicy Kofta Curry by Tarla Dalal
A tomato based curry jazzed up with a spicy masala paste becomes home to mouth-watering koftas, in this spicy kofta curry. It goes very well with
rice as well as
parathas , and transforms even a simple ....
Recipe #1493
Spicy Kofta Curry
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Shahi Pulao by Tarla Dalal
shahi pulao |
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how to make shahi pulao | with 30 amazing images.
The presence of the word Shahi always hints at the richness of a recipe.
Indeed, ....
Recipe #1581
Shahi Pulao
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Recipe# 13628
10 Jun 11
Royal Pulao by ani7
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Cook up delicious and shahi royal pulao with long grain rice, whole indian spices, roasted onions and chopped tomatoes. \
Recipe #13628
Royal Pulao
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Recipe# 199
20 Aug 10
Rice and Curry Sizzler by Tarla Dalal
The rice and curry sizzler is ideal for a monsoon night, when you yearn for a steaming hot, spicy dinner that will make you feel snug and warm. It is a sumptuous one-dish meal that you can whip up quite easily. The use of pav bhaji masala gives it a very enticing flavour despite the simple procedure ....
Recipe #199
Rice and Curry Sizzler
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Restaurant Style Tomato Pulao by Tarla Dalal
tomato pulao recipe |
tomato bhat |
tomato rice |
restaurant style tomato pulao | with 11 amazing images.
restaurant style tomato pulao is an all-time favourite r ....
Recipe #42578
Restaurant Style Tomato Pulao
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Recipe# 36200
26 Feb 12
Pumpkin Pulao by damyantiben
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Simple and healthy recipe made easy and simple!
Recipe #36200
Pumpkin Pulao
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Recipe# 35634
04 Oct 11
Recipe #35634
Pulihogra ( Karnataka Rice)
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Pizza Rice, Indian Style Pizza Rice Bowl by Tarla Dalal
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Recipe #40138
Pizza Rice, Indian Style Pizza Rice Bowl
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Parsley Rice, Buttered Parsley and Garlic Rice by Tarla Dalal
parsley rice recipe |
quick parsley rice |
Indian garlic parsley rice | with amazing 23 images.
Simple but superb, the
Parsley Rice is a buttery rice dish with the pleasant aroma of parsley ....
Recipe #41921
Parsley Rice, Buttered Parsley and Garlic Rice
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Recipe# 36409
17 Mar 12
Paneer Pulao by damyantiben
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With goodness of sprouts and refreshing fruits makes it ideal for summers
Recipe #36409
Paneer Pulao
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Paneer Fried Rice, Chinese Style Fried Rice by Tarla Dalal
paneer fried rice recipe |
Indian paneer fry rice |
Chinese style paneer fried rice |
lunch box fried rice | with 24 amazing images.
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Recipe #42172
Paneer Fried Rice, Chinese Style Fried Rice
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Mushroom Fried Rice by Tarla Dalal
mushroom fried rice recipe |
Indian mushroom rice |
restaurant style mushroom fried rice |
mushroom pulao | with 26 amazing images.
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Recipe #42354
Mushroom Fried Rice
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