Curd Rice
Indian Indian - Curries and Gravies

Curd Rice

Est. Time: 20-30 min  •  5 Preparation Steps

Chef's Menu Description

An authentic Indian specialty cooked with freshly ground roasted spices, caramelised onions, and aromatic herbs in the traditional style.

Ingredients

  • • 3 cups buttermilk
  • • 2 cups bottle gourd, cubed
  • • 1/2 cup grated coconut
  • • 1 tsp cumin seeds
  • • 2 green chilies
  • • 2 tbsp coconut oil
  • • 1 tsp mustard seeds
  • • 10 curry leaves
  • • 1/2 tsp turmeric

Preparation Steps

1
Phase 1

Simmer the bottle gourd with the turmeric and salt until just tender.

2
Phase 2

Blend the coconut, cumin, and green chilies into a smooth paste and add to the pot; warm for 2 minutes.

3
Phase 3

Heat the coconut oil and pop the mustard seeds with the curry leaves.

4
Phase 4

Pour the tempering into the gravy, then stir in the buttermilk on low heat and warm through without boiling.

5
Phase 5

Serve hot with steamed rice.