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A fragrant one-pot rice dish from Maharashtra, cooked with a special goda masala and mixed vegetables. It's a comforting, flavorful meal perfect for a hearty and satisfying lunch or dinner.
For 4 servings
Preparation: Rinse the basmati rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Soak it in fresh water for 20 minutes, then drain completely and set aside. Prep all your vegetables.
Tempering (Tadka): Heat ghee in a 3-liter pressure cooker over medium heat. Once hot, add mustard seeds and let them splutter. Add cumin seeds, hing, and curry leaves, and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
Sauté Aromatics and Vegetables: Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until it becomes soft and translucent. Add the ginger-garlic paste and cook for another minute until the raw aroma disappears.
Cook Vegetables and Spices: Add all the chopped vegetables (potato, carrot, peas, cauliflower) and sauté for 2-3 minutes. Stir in the turmeric powder, red chili powder, goda masala, and salt. Mix well and cook for one minute to toast the spices.
Combine and Pressure Cook: Add the drained rice to the cooker. Gently stir for a minute, ensuring the rice grains are well-coated with the masala without breaking them. Pour in 3 cups of water and give it a final gentle stir. Secure the lid of the pressure cooker.
Cooking and Resting: Cook on high heat for 2 whistles. After the second whistle, reduce the heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes. Turn off the heat and allow the pressure to release naturally, which takes about 10-15 minutes. Do not quick-release the pressure.
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A fragrant one-pot rice dish from Maharashtra, cooked with a special goda masala and mixed vegetables. It's a comforting, flavorful meal perfect for a hearty and satisfying lunch or dinner.
This maharashtrian recipe takes 40 minutes to prepare and yields 4 servings. At 448.41 calories per serving with 9.5g of protein, it's a beginner-friendly recipe perfect for lunch or dinner.
Garnish and Serve: Once the pressure has fully released, open the cooker. Gently fluff the rice with a fork to separate the grains. Garnish with freshly chopped coriander leaves, grated coconut, and a squeeze of lemon juice. Serve hot with a side of yogurt or raita.
Substitute ghee with a neutral vegetable oil or coconut oil to make the dish completely plant-based.
Add 2-3 tablespoons of raw peanuts along with the onions for an extra layer of texture and nutty flavor.
Add 2-3 slit green chilies along with the onions to increase the heat level.
If you don't have a pressure cooker, cook in a heavy-bottomed pot with a tight-fitting lid. After adding water, bring to a boil, then cover and simmer on low heat for 15-20 minutes until the water is absorbed and rice is cooked.
The variety of vegetables like carrots, peas, and cauliflower provides a good amount of dietary fiber, which aids digestion, promotes satiety, and supports overall gut health.
Basmati rice is a source of complex carbohydrates, which break down slowly to provide a steady and sustained release of energy, keeping you active and full for longer.
The blend of traditional spices like turmeric, cumin, and others in Goda Masala, along with various vegetables, provides a rich source of antioxidants that help combat cellular damage.
Goda Masala is a unique Maharashtrian spice blend with a sweet and pungent aroma, containing ingredients like coconut, sesame seeds, and stone flower (dagad phool). While there's no perfect substitute, in a pinch, you could use a small amount of garam masala with a pinch of sugar, but the authentic taste will be different.
Yes, you can. Follow the same steps in a heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven. After adding the water and rice, bring it to a boil, then reduce the heat to the lowest setting, cover with a tight-fitting lid, and let it cook for 15-20 minutes, or until all the water is absorbed and the rice is tender.
Yes, Masala Bhaat can be a healthy, balanced meal. It's packed with vegetables, providing fiber and vitamins. The spices have various health benefits. Using ghee in moderation provides healthy fats. It's a wholesome one-pot meal.
One serving of Masala Bhaat (approximately 350g) contains around 380-420 calories. The exact count can vary based on the amount of ghee and the specific vegetables used.
Mushy rice is usually caused by too much water, overcooking, or not soaking the rice. Ensure you use the correct rice-to-water ratio (typically 1:2 for basmati in a pressure cooker) and let the pressure release naturally to prevent the rice from overcooking in the residual steam.