Poita Bhat / Panta Bhat
Poita Bhat is a traditional Bengali/assamese dish that is made by soaking leftover cooked rice in water overnight and then seasoning it with mustard oil, salt, and other spices.
Equipment
- 1 Bowl
- 1 Pan
Ingredients
- 2 cups leftover cooked rice
- 2 cups water
- 1 tablespoon mustard oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1/4 teaspoon red chili powder optional
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds
- 1/2 teaspoon mustard seeds
- 2-3 green chilies finely chopped
- A handful of chopped coriander leaves
Instructions
- In a large bowl, add the leftover cooked rice and water. Mix well and let it soak overnight or for at least 6-7 hours.
- Drain the water from the soaked rice and mash it with your hands until it becomes soft and fluffy.
- In a pan, heat the mustard oil and add cumin seeds and mustard seeds. Let them crackle for a few seconds.
- Add chopped green chilies and sauté for a minute.
- Add turmeric powder and red chili powder and mix well.
- Add the mashed rice to the pan and mix everything together.
- Add salt to taste and mix well.
- Cook for a few minutes on low heat, stirring occasionally.
- Garnish with chopped coriander leaves and serve hot.