Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup basmati rice
- 2 medium-sized mackerel fish (cleaned and cut into pieces)
- 2 onions (finely chopped)
- 2 tomatoes (finely chopped)
- 1 tablespoon ginger-garlic paste
- 1 tablespoon red chili powder
- 1 tablespoon coriander powder
- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 teaspoon garam masala powder
- 2 tablespoons oil
- Salt to taste
- Water as required
Special equipment needed:
- Pressure cooker
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Rinse the rice in water and soak it for 30 minutes.
2. Heat oil in a pressure cooker and add chopped onions. Saute until they turn golden brown.
3. Add ginger-garlic paste and saute for a minute.
4. Add chopped tomatoes and cook until they turn soft.
5. Add red chili powder, coriander powder, turmeric powder, and garam masala powder. Mix well.
6. Add the cleaned mackerel fish pieces and mix well.
7. Add salt to taste and cook for 5 minutes.
8. Drain the soaked rice and add it to the pressure cooker. Mix well.
9. Add water as required (1.5 cups approx.) and mix well.
10. Close the pressure cooker lid and cook for 2 whistles on high flame.
11. Turn off the flame and let the pressure release naturally.
12. Open the lid and fluff the rice with a fork.
13. Serve hot with raita or pickle.
Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Cooking time: 20 minutes
Temperature:
High flame for pressure cooking
Serving size:
4 servings
Nutritional information:
Calories: 250 kcal
Protein: 20 g
Fat: 10 g
Carbohydrates: 20 g
Fiber: 2 g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- You can use any other firm fish instead of mackerel.
- You can use any other cooking oil instead of oil.
Variations:
- You can add vegetables like peas, carrots, and beans to the rice.
- You can add coconut milk to the rice for a creamy texture.
Tips and tricks:
- Soaking the rice helps in cooking it evenly.
- Use fresh fish for better taste.
- Adjust the spice level as per your preference.
Storage instructions:
You can store the leftover rice in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Reheating instructions:
You can reheat the rice in a microwave or on a stovetop with a little water.
Presentation ideas:
Serve the rice in a bowl or on a plate with a garnish of coriander leaves.
Garnishes:
Coriander leaves
Pairings:
- Raita
- Pickle
- Papad
Suggested side dishes:
- Grilled vegetables
- Salad
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the rice is undercooked, add a little water and cook for another whistle.
- If the rice is overcooked, reduce the cooking time in the pressure cooker.
Food safety advice:
- Use fresh ingredients.
- Clean the fish properly before cooking.
- Wash your hands before and after handling raw fish.
Food history:
Bangude Masala Rice is a popular dish from the coastal region of Karnataka, India. It is a spicy and flavorful rice dish that is made with mackerel fish and a blend of spices.
Flavor profiles:
Spicy, tangy, and flavorful
Serving suggestions:
Serve hot with raita or pickle.
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