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Dahi Bhaat, a popular Indian comfort food, is a delightful combination of yogurt and rice. It’s simple, refreshing, and perfect for hot days or when you want a light meal. In this guide, we’ll walk you through making Dahi Bhaat using Computer Rice, a premium quality rice known for its fine texture and superior taste.

What is Computer Rice?

Computer Rice is a high-quality rice variety celebrated for its long grains and uniform texture. Its name originates from the precise quality control measures used during its processing.

Ingredients

• Computer Rice: 1 cup
• Water: 2 cups
• Yogurt (curd): 1 cup, well-beaten
• Milk: 1/4 cup (optional, for a creamier texture)
• Salt: to taste
• Green chilies: 1-2, finely chopped
• Ginger: 1 teaspoon, finely grated
• Coriander leaves: a handful, finely chopped
• Mustard seeds: 1 teaspoon
• Cumin seeds: 1 teaspoon
• Asafoetida (hing): a pinch
• Curry leaves: 8-10 leaves
• Oil or ghee: 1 tablespoon
• Urad dal (split black gram): 1 teaspoon (optional)
• Chana dal (split chickpeas): 1 teaspoon (optional)

Instructions

Step 1: Cooking the Rice

1. Rinse the Rice: Rinse 1 cup of Computer Rice under cold water until the water runs clear. This helps remove excess starch and prevents the rice from becoming too sticky.
2. Cook the Rice: In a pot, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Add the rinsed rice, reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it cook for about 15-20 minutes until the water is absorbed and the rice is tender. Once cooked, fluff the rice with a fork and let it cool to room temperature.

Step 2: Preparing the Yogurt Mixture

3. Beat the Yogurt: In a bowl, take 1 cup of well-beaten yogurt. If you prefer a creamier texture, you can add 1/4 cup of milk to the yogurt and mix well.
4. Season the Yogurt: Add salt to taste, finely chopped green chilies, grated ginger, and chopped coriander leaves to the yogurt. Mix well.

Step 3: Mixing the Rice and Yogurt

5. Combine Rice and Yogurt: Once the rice has cooled to room temperature, add it to the yogurt mixture. Mix gently to ensure the rice is well-coated with the yogurt.

Step 4: Tempering

6. Heat the Oil: In a small pan, heat 1 tablespoon of oil or ghee over medium heat.
7. Add Spices: Add mustard seeds and cumin seeds. When they start to splutter, add a pinch of asafoetida, curry leaves, urad dal, and chana dal. Sauté until the dals turn golden brown.
8. Final Touch: Pour this tempering over the rice and yogurt mixture and mix gently.

Serving Suggestions

• Garnish: Garnish with more fresh coriander leaves and a sprinkle of chaat masala if you like.
• Side Dish: Serve Dahi Bhaat with a side of pickle, papad, or a simple vegetable stir-fry.
• Chilled: For a refreshing touch, you can refrigerate Dahi Bhaat for about 30 minutes before serving.

Tips and Variations

• Consistency: Adjust the consistency by adding more yogurt or milk if the mixture seems too thick.
• Vegetables: Add finely chopped vegetables like cucumber, carrots, or tomatoes for extra crunch and nutrition.
• Flavor: For a richer flavor, use full-fat yogurt or add a tablespoon of fresh cream.

Dahi Bhaat is a versatile dish that can be adapted to suit your taste preferences. Using Computer Rice elevates this humble dish, making it a perfect blend of tradition and quality. Enjoy this refreshing and easy-to-make dish as a light meal or a side dish at any time of the day!