A delicious Maharashtrian style seasoned rice dish, perfect for using up day-old rice. This garlic fried rice is easy to make and packed with flavor from curry leaves.

Phodnicha Bhaat recipe
Prep Time
5min
Cook Time
10min
Total Time
15min

Ingredients

1 Servings
(1 serving = 1 bowl)

Main Ingredients

  • day-old rice
    day-old rice
    1cup
  • garlic
    garlic
    6clove
  • chilli powder
    chilli powder
    1/2tsp
  • salt
    salt
    1pinch
  • vegetable oil
    vegetable oil
    2tbsp
  • jeera
    jeera
    1tsp
  • curry leaves
    curry leaves
    1bundle
  • large onion
    large onion
    1/2

How to make Phodnicha Bhaat

Preparation Steps

  1. Step 1

    Heat the vegetable oil in a pan.

  2. Step 2

    Add the jeera and let it splutter.

  3. Step 3

    Add the chopped garlic and sauté until golden brown.

  4. Step 4

    Add the chopped onions and cook until translucent.

  5. Step 5

    Stir in the curry leaves.

  6. Step 6

    Add the day-old rice, chilli powder, and salt.

  7. Step 7

    Mix everything well and cook for a few minutes.

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories

1035.0kcal (51.75%)

Protein

12.0g (24%)

Carbs

139.0g (50.55%)

Sugars

0.0g

Healthy Fat

40.0g

Unhealthy Fat

6.0g

% Daily Value based on a 2000 calorie diet

Tips & Tricks

  1. Using day-old rice prevents the dish from becoming mushy.

  2. Feel free to top the rice with an omelet or any protein of your choice.

FAQS

  1. Can I use fresh rice for this recipe?

    It's best to use day-old rice to avoid a mushy texture.

  2. What can I substitute for curry leaves?

    You can omit them, but they add a unique flavor to the dish.

  3. Is this dish spicy?

    The spice level can be adjusted by varying the amount of chilli powder.

  4. Can I make this dish vegan?

    Yes, simply omit any non-vegetarian toppings.

  5. What other ingredients can I add?

    You can add vegetables like peas or carrots for extra nutrition.

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