Curd Rice
தயிர் சாதம் / दही चावल (kurd rice / THA-yir SAH-dum)
Yogurt Rice
Cooked rice mixed with yogurt and tempered with mustard seeds, curry leaves, and ginger. The essential South Indian comfort food and the traditional last course of a South Indian meal.
Nutrition & Info
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Equipment Needed
Instructions
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Mix cooked rice with yogurt and a splash of milk. Mash lightly for a creamy texture.
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Heat oil, add mustard seeds, urad dal, curry leaves, ginger, and green chilies.
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Pour tempering over the rice-yogurt mixture.
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Mix well and add salt to taste.
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Garnish with pomegranate seeds and coriander. Serve at room temperature or cold.
Did You Know?
In South India, a meal is not considered complete without ending with curd rice. It is also a beloved comfort food for the sick and for children.
Chef's Notes
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The Story Behind Curd Rice
Curd rice (thayir sadam in Tamil) is an ancient South Indian preparation that serves as the traditional closing dish of a banana leaf meal.
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