By: Payal
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Tendli Bhaat is a comforting one-pot meal that's a favourite in Maharashtra. Made with rice, ivy gourd (tendli), and a mix of spices.
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It's a simple dish that's also great for weight loss. Perfect for those cosy nights when you just want something quick and tasty. Ready to try? Here's the recipe!
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1 cup rice, 1 onion, sliced, 1 tsp mustard seeds, 5-6 ivy gourd (tendli), sliced, 1/2 tsp red chilli, 1/2 tsp turmeric , 1 tsp goda masala, Salt, to taste
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Curry leaves, 1/2 cup grated coconut, Fresh coriander leaves, chopped, 1 tsp ginger, finely chopped, 1 tsp garlic, finely chopped, Oil for cooking
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Heat oil in a pan and fry the cashews until golden. Set them aside. In the same pan, throw in mustard seeds and let them pop.
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Add chopped garlic, ginger, green chillies, and curry leaves to the pan. After a minute, toss in the sliced onions and ivy gourd. Let them fry for about 5 mins
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Now, add red chilli powder, turmeric, salt, and goda masala. Give it a good stir, then add the rice. Mix everything together so the rice gets all that spicy goodness.
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Pour in two cups of water, cover, and let it cook on medium heat for 15 minutes. After that, lower the heat and simmer for a few more seconds.
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Turn off the heat, and sprinkle the fried cashews, coriander leaves, and grated coconut on top. Your delicious Tendli Bhaat is ready to serve!
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