Achari Tahiri Recipe

Name: Achari Tahiri Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 500 gm Basmati rice; 60 ml Groundnut oil; 30 ml Perfumed mustard oil; 30 gm Mango pickle, minced; 5 gm Cumin seeds; 10 x Peppercorns; 1 pch saffron; 2 tsp Salt; 100 gm Potatoes, diced; 100 gm Carrots, thickly sliced; 100 gm Cauliflower florets; 100 gm Green peas; 100 gm Onions, sliced; 15 gm Green chillies, minced; 10 gm Garlic paste; 2 x Green chillies, split; 8 x Fresh coriander sprigs; 15 gm Red pepper; 15 gm Green pepper

Servings: persons

500 gm Basmati rice
60 ml Groundnut oil
30 ml Perfumed mustard oil
30 gm Mango pickle, minced
5 gm Cumin seeds
10 x Peppercorns
1 pch saffron
2 tsp Salt
100 gm Potatoes, diced
100 gm Carrots, thickly sliced
100 gm Cauliflower florets
100 gm Green peas
100 gm Onions, sliced
15 gm Green chillies, minced
10 gm Garlic paste
2 x Green chillies, split
8 x Fresh coriander sprigs
15 gm Red pepper
15 gm Green pepper

1
Wash and soak rice for 30 min and drain.
2
Boil water (1.2l) with saffron and salt and keep on simmering.
3
Heat groundnut oil and mustard oil in a kadai or possibly wok.
4
Add in cumin seeds, peppercorns and garlic paste and stir over a medium heat for 30 seconds.
5
Add in the onions and saute/fry till golden.
6
Add in the vegetables, stir, add in the mango pickle and saute/fry over a high heat for 2-3 min.
7
Add in the boiled saffron water and cook the vegetables for 2 min.
8
Add in the soaked rice, bring to the boil and cook for 3-4 min.
9
Cover, reduce the heat and simmer for 15 min.
10
Remove the lid, arrange the garnish, cover again and steam for a further 5 min.
11
Remove, present the rice in the same kadai, then fork through rice to fluff it up and finally serve with raita.

53339

kcal

Calories

168

Fat

11560

Carbs

1205

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 19 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 500 gm Basmati rice, 60 ml Groundnut oil, 30 ml Perfumed mustard oil, 30 gm Mango pickle, minced, and more.

Yes, Achari Tahiri Recipe falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!