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    Whisk Affair » Recipes » Rice » Maharashtrian Tendli Bhaat (Tondli Bhat, Rice with Ivy Gourd)

    Published: May 4, 2022 | Last Updated On: Jan 16, 2023 by Neha Mathur

    Maharashtrian Tendli Bhaat (Tondli Bhat, Rice with Ivy Gourd)

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    Maharashtrian Tendli Bhaat (Tondli Bhat) is a spicy rice preparation with ivy gourds added to it. It comes together in under 30 minutes and makes for a quick meal or lunch box option (vegan, can be easily made gluten-free).

    Here are a few more Maharashtrian recipes that you may like – Puran Poli Sweet, Green Chilli Thecha, Taak, Misal Pav, Hurda Bhel, Kolhapuri Egg Curry, Shankarpali, Shengdana Amti, and Batata Vada.

    Tendli Bhaat served in a bowl.
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    • About Tendli Bhaat
    • Tendli Health Benefits
    • Ingredients
    • Serving Suggestions
    • Storage Suggestions
    • You Might Also Like
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    About Tendli Bhaat

    Tendli means “ivy gourd” and Bhaat means “rice” in Marathi. Tendli Bhaat (Tondli Bhat) is a popular Maharashtrian rice dish prepared with tendli (ivy gourds), onions, goda masala, and a few more simple ingredients.

    It gets its unique taste from the freshly ground goda masala powder, a popular spice mix from Maharashtra that is widely used in everyday cooking.

    Serve it on its own for a comforting meal or along with a bowl of yogurt (dahi) or raita on the side. You can also pack it in school or office lunch boxes.

    Tendli Health Benefits

    • Tendli has an abundant amount of Vitamin C along with Vitamin A, Vitamin B1, and Vitamin B2 which are vital for the health of our bones and for the overall well-being of our body.
    • Tendli helps in controlling blood sugar levels and treating diabetes.
    • Tendli has laxative properties and it cleans the bowel moments of the body.
    • It also helps treat jaundice and helps treat mouth ulcers.

    Ingredients

    Rice – This dish is traditionally made using Ambemohar rice. But feel free to use any non-sticky white rice that you have.

    Ivy Gourd – Tendli or ivy gourd is easily available at the local Indian grocery stores.

    Goda Masala Powder – Goda masala is available in Indian grocery stores or online portals like Amazon.

    Spice Powders – Apart from goda masala powder, you will also need a few other spice powders such as turmeric powder, Kashmiri red chilli powder, and garam masala powder.

    Adjust the red chili powder as per your taste.

    Others – You will also need vegetable oil, cumin seeds, asafetida (hing), ginger garlic paste, onions, and water.

    Serving Suggestions

    Tendli Bhaat tastes delicious on its own, but you can also serve a bowl of plain yogurt (dahi) or raita on the side with a fried or roasted papad.

    You can sprinkle some finely grated fresh coconut over it before serving.

    Try my favorite raitas to serve with bhaat – Bhindi Raita, Mooli Raita, Beetroot Raita, Boondi Raita, and Sprouted Chickpea Raita.

    Storage Suggestions

    Tendli Masale Bhaat will easily last for 3-4 days when stored in an air-tight container in the refrigerator. Reheat it in a pan or microwave until nice and hot before serving.

    You Might Also Like

    • Vegetable Masala Khichdi
    • Rajasthani Namkeen Oliya (Rice with Yogurt and Dried Nuts)
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    • Spicy Mutton Pulao (Gosht Pulao)

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    Maharashtrian Tendli Bhaat (Tondli Bhat) is a spicy rice preparation with ivy gourds added to it. It comes together in under 30 minutes and makes for a quick meal or lunch box option.

    Maharashtrian Tendli Bhaat Recipe (Tondli Bhat, Rice with Ivy Gourd)

    Maharashtrian Tendli Bhaat (Tondli Bhat) is a spicy rice preparation with ivy gourds added to it. It comes together in under 30minutes and makes for a quick meal or lunch box option.
    4.75 from 4 votes
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    Course: Main Course
    Cuisine: Indian
    Diet: Vegan, Vegetarian
    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Cook Time: 25 minutes
    Soaking Time: 30 minutes
    Total Time: 1 hour
    Servings: 4 people
    Calories: 310kcal
    Author: Neha Mathur

    Ingredients 

    • 1 cup Ambemohar rice (or any other short-grain non-sticky rice)
    • 4 tablespoons vegetable oil
    • 1 teaspoon cumin seeds
    • ¼ teaspoon asafetida (hing) (skip for gluten-free)
    • ½ teaspoon turmeric powder
    • 1 teaspoon Kashmiri red chili powder
    • 2 teaspoons ginger-garlic paste
    • 1 tablespoon Goda masala
    • ½ teaspoon garam masala powder
    • 1 cup chopped onions
    • 250 grams tendli (ivy gourd) (cut into half vertically)
    • 2 cups water
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    Instructions

    • Rinse the rice with water 2-3 times until the water runs clear. Soak the rice in 3-4 cups of water for 30 minutes.
    • Heat oil in a pan over medium-high heat.
    • Once the oil is hot, add cumin seeds and asafetida and let them crackle for 4-5 seconds.
    • Add turmeric powder, Kashmiri red chili powder, and ginger-garlic paste, and fry for 10-12 seconds, stirring continuously.
    • Add goda masala and garam masala and fry for another 10-12 seconds.
    • Now add the onions and fry until they turn slightly brown in color (3-4 minutes), stirring frequently.
    • Add tendli to the pan and fry for 2-3 minutes.
    • Drain the water from the rice and add the rice to the pan.
    • Add 2 cups of water and stir gently.
    • Reduce the heat to low.
    • Cover the pan with a tight-fitting lid and cook undisturbed for 20-25 minutes until all the water is absorbed by the rice and the rice is tender.
    • Remove the pan from the heat and let it rest for 5 minutes.
    • Remove the lid and fluff the rice gently with a fork. Serve hot.

    Notes

    This dish is traditionally made using Ambemohar rice. But feel free to use any non-sticky white rice that you have.
    Adjust the red chili powder as per your taste.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 310kcal | Carbohydrates: 42g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Sodium: 22mg | Potassium: 134mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 200IU | Vitamin C: 3.4mg | Calcium: 31mg | Iron: 1mg
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    1. Meghana

      March 08, 2022 at 7:02 pm

      5 stars
      Turned out really well. Thanks.

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