Authentic Awadhi Style Taheri Recipe: Flavorful Vegetarian Rice Pilaf
Awadhi Style Taheri Recipe
Description:
Awadhi Style Taheri is a flavorful rice dish where rice is cooked with a variety of vegetables and aromatic spices. The addition of yogurt enhances the taste, making it a perfect blend of flavors. It is a wholesome vegetarian dish that can be enjoyed as a main course, especially for lunch.
Cuisine: Awadhi
Course: Lunch
Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Basmati Rice | 1 1/2 cups |
| Potato (sliced) | 1 |
| Carrot (sliced) | 1 |
| Green Peas | 1/2 cup |
| Cauliflower (chopped) | 1 cup |
| Green Beans (sliced) | 8 pieces |
| Onion (thinly sliced) | 2 |
| Onion (finely chopped) | 1 |
| Green Chilies (sliced) | 2 |
| Ginger (finely chopped) | 1 inch |
| Garlic (finely chopped) | 4 cloves |
| Yogurt | 1/4 cup |
| Mint Leaves | 2 sprigs |
| Fresh Coriander (chopped) | 2 sprigs |
| Red Chili Powder | 1 tsp |
| Coriander Powder | 1 tsp |
| Turmeric Powder | 1 tsp |
| Salt | To taste |
| Oil | As required |
| Whole Spices: | |
| Bay Leaf | 1 |
| Black Cardamom | 1 |
| Whole Black Pepper | 7 (crushed) |
| Green Cardamom | 2 |
| Cloves | 3 |
| Cinnamon Stick | 1 inch |
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 4-6
Instructions:
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Heat Oil and Temper Spices:
In a pressure cooker, heat oil and add the whole spices—bay leaf, black cardamom, whole black pepper, green cardamom, cloves, and cinnamon stick. Let them sizzle for 2 minutes to release their aromatic flavors. -
Sauté Onions, Ginger, and Garlic:
Add the thinly sliced onions, chopped ginger, garlic, and green chilies to the cooker. Sauté the mixture until the onions turn golden brown. -
Add Vegetables:
Now, add the sliced potatoes, carrots, peas, cauliflower, and green beans. Stir and cook for about 5 minutes until the vegetables are slightly tender. -
Add Spices and Yogurt:
Next, add the red chili powder, coriander powder, turmeric powder, and salt. Mix well, and then add the yogurt. Stir the mixture for 3-4 minutes and let it cook so the yogurt blends in and the spices infuse. -
Add Rice and Water:
Add the basmati rice, 2 1/2 cups of water, and salt. Stir to combine all the ingredients. Close the pressure cooker and cook for 3 whistles, ensuring the rice is cooked properly. -
Garnish and Serve:
Once the cooker cools down, open the lid and fluff the rice. In a separate pan, heat some oil and fry the finely sliced onion until golden brown. Garnish the cooked taheri with these fried onions. -
Serving:
Serve the delicious Awadhi Style Taheri with a side of spinach raita and crispy papad. This makes for a satisfying lunch, full of rich flavors and textures.
Enjoy the warmth and aroma of this traditional Awadhi dish, bringing a taste of royal cuisine to your dining table.
