Pakhala
Pakhala is a traditional dish from the Indian state of Odisha. It is a simple and refreshing dish made by fermenting cooked rice with water and a little bit of yogurt or buttermilk. It is usually served with sides like fried or boiled vegetables, fish, or pickles. It's a popular dish, especially during hot summer days, as it is very cooling and hydrating.
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked rice
- 4 cups water
- 1 cup yogurt or buttermilk
- Salt to taste
- cilantro chopped or mint leaves for garnish
For serving (optional):
- cucumber sliced
- tomato sliced
- green chili sliced
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked rice and water. Stir well to mix.
- Add the yogurt or buttermilk to the rice-water mixture and mix thoroughly.
- Add salt to taste and mix well again.
- Cover the bowl and let it sit at room temperature for at least 4-6 hours, allowing the mixture to ferment slightly.
- Before serving, stir the Pakhala well to ensure even mixing of flavors.
- Serve the Pakhala in individual bowls and garnish with chopped cilantro or mint leaves.
- Serve with sliced cucumber, tomato, and green chili on the side.
- Enjoy!
Disclaimer
Some parts of recipe maybe AI-generated.
Nutrition
Calories: 140kcal (7%)Carbohydrates: 25g (8%)Protein: 4g (8%)Fat: 2g (3%)Saturated Fat: 1g (6%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 8mg (3%)Sodium: 41mg (2%)Potassium: 123mg (4%)Fiber: 0.3g (1%)Sugar: 3g (3%)Vitamin A: 61IU (1%)Vitamin C: 0.3mgCalcium: 89mg (9%)Iron: 0.2mg (1%)
Disclaimer
Nutritional information for this recipe is an approximation and is not to be construed as medical advice.
