Rajasthani Namkeen Oliya is a traditional Rajasthani dish made using leftover rice, fresh curd and dry fruits. It is made for Shitalashtami festival. Here is how to make it.
About the recipe
Given how hot it gets in Rajasthan, no wonder this cooling Oliya is a famous speciality in the Marwar region.
It’s specially made during Sheetala Ashtami that happens just after Holi, but I think this is one dish you can relish at any time of the year, especially during summers.
This dish does have a lot of hidden treasures, it might look like curd rice of sorts, but the added raisins and nuts give it a whole new flavour and a lovely crunchiness.
This is also a hot favourite among the kiddos as it’s not overly spicy for them and that bite of sweetness is rather delightful.
The recipe is really simple and you can also use some leftover rice or day-old rice to make this dish.
Ingredients
This dish is super easy to make and all it requires is a few ingredients that are readily available in every Indian kitchen.
A glorious combination of curd, rice and nuts, topped with a few local spices.
Serving Suggestions
Served chilled, this dish is the light at the end of a tunnel on a hot summer day.
I love how this decadent mix of textures come together beautifully in this Rajasthani Namkeen Oliya.
So the next time you’re planning a summer party at home ensure you whip up this simple dish to surprise your guests.
Recipe Summary
The curd or yoghurt is mixed until smooth, after which rice, nuts and raisins are mixed into the creamy curd.
Finish off with a spring of fresh coriander and some dry red chilli and pop it in the fridge for a few hours.
Can I make it in advance
This is also one dish that you can make a few hours ahead which saves you time that you can spend socializing with your guests.
So the next time you want to whip up something interesting in your kitchen, try this Namkeen Oliya and you won’t be disappointed.
Other recipes with leftover rice
Some of the other recipes you could try with leftover rice are Pineapple Fried Rice and this special Spicy Indo Chinese Schezwan Egg Fried Rice.
Do check out some of the other traditional Rajasthani recipes I’ve posted: Rajasthani Sev Tamatar Ki Sabzi, Rajasthani Laal Maas and a sweet Rajasthani Mawa Kachori.
Rajasthani Namkeen Oliya Recipe
Rajasthani Namkeen Oliya is a traditional Rajasthani dish made using leftover rice, fresh curd and dry fruits. It is made for Shitalashtami festival.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 4 people
Calories 182 kcal
Ingredients
- 1 cup Fresh Curd
- 1/2 cup Cooked Rice
- 2 tbsp Almonds Slivered
- 2 tbsp Cashew Nuts Chopped
- 10-12 Raisins
- 1/2 tsp Roasted Cumin Powder
- 1/4 tsp Mustard Seeds Powder
Instructions
Whisk fresh curd until smooth.
Add cooked rice, almonds, cashew nuts, raisins, roasted cumin seeds and mustard seeds powder and mix well.
Add little milk if the oliya is too thick.
Garnish with fresh coriander and dry red chilli.
Refrigerate for a few hours.
Serve chilled.
Recipe Notes
This recipe is very good for upset stomach.
Nutrition Facts
Rajasthani Namkeen Oliya Recipe
Amount Per Serving
Calories 182 Calories from Fat 54
% Daily Value*
Fat 6g9%
Saturated Fat 1g6%
Cholesterol 7mg2%
Sodium 30mg1%
Potassium 200mg6%
Carbohydrates 25g8%
Fiber 1g4%
Sugar 3g3%
Protein 5g10%
Vitamin A 60IU1%
Vitamin C 0.3mg0%
Calcium 94mg9%
Iron 0.9mg5%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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