Temple-Style Curd Rice

Name: Temple-Style Curd Rice
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 20 min
Cuisine: Asian, Indian
Ingredients: 1 cup fresh curd; ½ cup cooked rice; 1 tsp salt; 2 tsp oil; 1 tsp urad dal; 1/2 tsp mustard seeds; 1/2 tsp cumin seeds; 3 dried red chillies; 3 green chillies; 1 small piece ginger; 8-10 curry leaves; 1/2 tsp asafoetida; 1/2 tsp turmeric; fresh coriander

Instructions

Prep:15minCook:5min

Creamy, comforting, and loaded with subtle South Indian flavors, this Temple-Style Curd Rice is a simple yet soul-satisfying dish. Made with soft-cooked rice, fresh curd, and a fragrant tempering of mustard, cumin, ginger, and chillies, it's the perfect cooling meal for any time of day. Serve it with pickle or boondi for a complete, delicious experience — just like they do in South Indian temples.

Updated at: Thu, 15 May 2025 06:45:31 GMT