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A quick and flavorful Maharashtrian dish made by tempering leftover rice with onions, peanuts, and aromatic spices. It's the perfect solution for a comforting breakfast or a light lunch, ready in minutes.
For 4 servings
Prepare the rice. Gently break up any lumps in the leftover cooked rice with a fork or your hands. This ensures the rice grains remain separate. Set aside.
Make the tempering (phodni).
Sauté the onions.
Combine the rice and spices.
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A quick and flavorful Maharashtrian dish made by tempering leftover rice with onions, peanuts, and aromatic spices. It's the perfect solution for a comforting breakfast or a light lunch, ready in minutes.
This maharashtrian recipe takes 20 minutes to prepare and yields 4 servings. At 395.3 calories per serving with 8.25g of protein, it's a beginner-friendly recipe perfect for breakfast or brunch or lunch or snack.
Steam and finish the dish.
Garnish with fresh coriander leaves and grated coconut (if using). Serve the Phodnicha Bhat hot.
This recipe is naturally vegan. Just ensure you are using vegetable oil and not ghee.
To make a Jain version, simply omit the onion. You can add finely chopped cabbage or a handful of green peas for extra texture.
Add 1/2 cup of crumbled paneer (cottage cheese) or firm tofu along with the onions for a protein boost.
Skip the green chilies or use a very mild variety. You can add finely chopped vegetables like carrots and peas to make it more nutritious and colorful for kids.