Table of Contents
- 1 😋 Delicious & Flavorful Veg Tehri Recipe 🌿🍚
- 1.1 📝 Ingredients for Veg Tehri
- 1.2 👩🍳 Cooking Instructions
- 1.3 🥗 Serving Suggestion
- 1.4 What is Veg Tehri?
- 1.5 Can I use normal rice instead of basmati?
- 1.6 Is it necessary to use desi ghee?
- 1.7 Can I skip curd or buttermilk?
- 1.8 How many whistles are needed while pressure cooking?
- 1.9 Can I add more vegetables?
- 1.10 What makes Tehri different from veg biryani?
- 1.11 Is this recipe spicy?
- 1.12 What can I serve with Veg Tehri?
- 1.13 Can I make it in an electric rice cooker or pot?
😋 Delicious & Flavorful Veg Tehri Recipe 🌿🍚
If you want to enjoy a fragrant, spicy, and mouth-watering Veg Tehri, follow this easy recipe! 🍲✨
📝 Ingredients for Veg Tehri
📌 2 cups Basmati rice (soaked in water)
📌 2 tbsp Pure Desi Ghee 🧈
📌 A pinch of Asafoetida (Hing) 🌿
📌 1 tbsp Ginger-Garlic paste 🧄
📌 Whole spices: Bay leaf 🌿, Cloves 🌰, Black cardamom, Cumin seeds, Cinnamon stick
📌 1 Onion, sliced 🧅
📌 1 Tomato, chopped 🍅
📌 1 Green Chili, chopped 🌶️
📌 1 tsp Garam Masala + Pav Bhaji Masala 🥄
📌 Turmeric, Salt, Kashmiri Red Chili (as per taste) 🌶️
📌 1 Capsicum, chopped 🫑
📌 1 Large Potato, chopped 🥔
📌 ½ cup Curd or Buttermilk 🥛
📌 Handful of Fresh Mint Leaves 🍃
👩🍳 Cooking Instructions
🔥 Step 1: Tempering the Spices
- Heat 2 tbsp desi ghee in a pressure cooker. 🏺
- Add whole spices (bay leaf, cloves, black cardamom, cumin, cinnamon) and sauté until aromatic. 🌿👃
- Add a pinch of asafoetida (hing) and ginger-garlic paste. Stir for a few seconds. 🧄
🧅 Step 2: Sautéing the Base
- Add sliced onions and chopped tomatoes. 🍅 Cook until the mixture starts releasing oil.
🌶️ Step 3: Adding Masalas
- Add turmeric, salt, and mix well.
- After a minute, add red chili powder, garam masala, and pav bhaji masala. Stir well.
- Pour some buttermilk for an extra rich flavor. 🥛
🥔 Step 4: Adding Vegetables
- Now add chopped potatoes and capsicum. Mix everything well. 🥦🥔
- Toss in some fresh mint leaves for extra aroma. 🍃
🍚 Step 5: Cooking the Rice
- Add soaked basmati rice and stir gently. 🍚
- Sprinkle fresh coriander leaves for extra flavor. 🌿
- Pour double the quantity of water (4 cups for 2 cups of rice). 💧
🔔 Step 6: Pressure Cooking
- Close the lid and cook for 4-5 whistles (citi). 🔥
- Let the pressure release naturally before opening.
🥄 Final Touch
- Fluff the rice with a spoon, and your aromatic, spicy & delicious Veg Tehri is ready to serve! 😍🍛
🥗 Serving Suggestion
Enjoy hot and flavorful Tehri with:
✅ Curd 🥛
✅ Papad 🍘
✅ Achar (Pickle) 🥒
✅ Boondi Raita 🍲
🔥 Try this recipe & enjoy the taste of authentic Veg Tehri! 😋🍚
10 FAQs About Veg Tehri 🍛
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What is Veg Tehri?
Veg Tehri is a traditional North Indian rice dish made with basmati rice, vegetables, and aromatic spices. It’s similar to a vegetable pulao but richer and spicier in flavor.
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Can I use normal rice instead of basmati?
Yes, you can use regular rice, but basmati gives Veg Tehri its signature aroma and long, fluffy grains.
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Is it necessary to use desi ghee?
Desi ghee enhances the taste and aroma, but you can substitute it with oil or butter based on your preference or dietary needs.
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Can I skip curd or buttermilk?
Curd or buttermilk adds a subtle tang and richness. If unavailable, you can skip it, but the flavor will slightly differ.
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How many whistles are needed while pressure cooking?
Cook the Tehri for 4 to 5 whistles on medium heat. Then allow the pressure to release naturally.
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Can I add more vegetables?
Absolutely! You can add peas, carrots, beans, cauliflower, or even paneer cubes for variation.
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What makes Tehri different from veg biryani?
Tehri is typically less oily, made in a pressure cooker, and has a homely, rustic flavor. Biryani is more layered, rich, and cooked differently.
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Is this recipe spicy?
It’s moderately spicy. You can adjust the green chili and red chili powder according to your spice tolerance.
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What can I serve with Veg Tehri?
Tehri pairs well with curd, papad, pickle, or boondi raita for a complete, comforting meal.
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Can I make it in an electric rice cooker or pot?
Yes, after tempering and sautéing the ingredients, transfer everything to a rice cooker or pot and cook with the right water ratio.
