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Pakhala Bhata

Fermented rice preparation important for climate-adapted food traditions; kept in the collection with a safer and more explicit method.

Duration
15 min
Servings
4
Difficulty
Beginner
Category
rice_main

Ingredients (5)

  • cooked rice
  • boiled and cooled water
  • salt
  • plain yogurt, optional
  • ginger, finely chopped, optional

Preparation (4)

1

Step 1

Spread the cooked rice on a tray and let it cool completely.

Step 1Bowlcookrequired
2

Step 2

Transfer the rice to a bowl or earthen pot and pour over the cooled water. Cover loosely and leave 8 to 12 hours to lightly sour.

12hstep['bowl or earthen pot']cookrequired
3

Step 3

Stir in salt and yogurt, if using. Add chopped ginger if desired.

Step 3Bowlcookrequired
4

Step 4

Serve chilled or at room temperature with simple savory accompaniments.

Step 4['pan']temperrequired