Indulge in the health benefits of jaggery rice, a traditional Indian dish that combines the richness of jaggery with the simplicity of rice. This delicious dish is not only a treat for your taste buds but also packs a nutritional punch, making it a great choice for any mealtime. Learn how to make jaggery rice with our easy recipe below.
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Ingredients of Jaggery Rice
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Basmati rice: 1 cup
Jaggery (molasses): 1/2 cup (ground)
Water: 2 cups
Cardamom pods: 2-3
Ghee (clarified butter): 1 tablespoon
Cashew nuts: 8-10 pieces
Raisins: 1 tablespoon
Almonds: 5-6 (chopped)
Saffron Strip: A pinch (optional)
Basmati rice: 1 cup
Jaggery (molasses): 1/2 cup (ground)
Water: 2 cups
Cardamom pods: 2-3
Ghee (clarified butter): 1 tablespoon
Cashew nuts: 8-10 pieces
Raisins: 1 tablespoon
Almonds: 5-6 (chopped)
Saffron Strip: A pinch (optional)
Preparation steps for jaggery rice
Rinse the basmati rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
Submerge the rice in water for approximately 30 minutes.
Soak the rice in water for about 30 minutes. This helps in getting perfectly cooked grains.
Preparation of Molasses Syrup
Heat water in a pan and add crushed jaggery.
Stir until the jaggery is completely dissolved and syrupy. Set aside.
Rinse the basmati rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
Submerge the rice in water for approximately 30 minutes.
Soak the rice in water for about 30 minutes. This helps in getting perfectly cooked grains.
Preparation of Molasses Syrup
Heat water in a pan and add crushed jaggery.
Stir until the jaggery is completely dissolved and syrupy. Set aside.
Cook the Rice
Heat ghee in a separate pan and add cardamom.
Take out the soaked rice and put it in the pan.
Fry the rice for a minute until the ghee is coated.
Add jaggery syrup and mix well.
Cover and cook the rice on low heat till it becomes soft and all the liquid is absorbed.
Stir in Nuts and Saffron (Optional)
Heat ghee in a small pan and add cashews, raisins, and chopped almonds.
Fry until the nuts are golden brown and the raisins are plump.
Add this tempering to the cooked jaggery rice and mix gently.
If desired add a pinch of saffron strips soaked in hot milk to enhance the taste and aroma.
Heat ghee in a separate pan and add cardamom.
Take out the soaked rice and put it in the pan.
Fry the rice for a minute until the ghee is coated.
Add jaggery syrup and mix well.
Cover and cook the rice on low heat till it becomes soft and all the liquid is absorbed.
Stir in Nuts and Saffron (Optional)
Heat ghee in a small pan and add cashews, raisins, and chopped almonds.
Fry until the nuts are golden brown and the raisins are plump.
Add this tempering to the cooked jaggery rice and mix gently.
If desired add a pinch of saffron strips soaked in hot milk to enhance the taste and aroma.
Serving and Enjoying Jaggery Rice
Garnish jaggery rice with some extra chopped almonds and saffron strips.
Serve hot as a standalone dish or mix it with curd or curry of your choice for a healthy dining experience.
Enjoy the delightful combination of the sweetness of jaggery and the aroma of cardamom in every bite of this jaggery rice.
Garnish jaggery rice with some extra chopped almonds and saffron strips.
Serve hot as a standalone dish or mix it with curd or curry of your choice for a healthy dining experience.
Enjoy the delightful combination of the sweetness of jaggery and the aroma of cardamom in every bite of this jaggery rice.
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