Vagharelo Bhaat is a Gujarati-style fried rice that turns leftover rice into a flavour-packed sensation. It gets ready in just 10 minutes, with no chopping required, and therefore is an easy, versatile, and tasteful dish.
Saltto taste (add less if your cooked rice is already seasoned)
¼teaspoonSugar
2tablespoonOil
2-3tablespoonsPeanuts
½teaspoonMustard seeds
½teaspoonCumin seeds
½teaspoonLemon juice or Lime juiceor as per your taste
Instructions
If you’ve time then remove the leftover rice from the fridge a few hours before cooking to bring it to room temperature. Add turmeric powder, red chili powder, coriander powder, sugar, and salt (if needed).
Mix and ensure the rice is evenly coated and break up any clumps.
Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Add peanuts and roast until they turn light brown. Keep an eye on them, as they can burn quickly.
In the same oil, add mustard seeds and cumin seeds, letting them splutter and sizzle for a few seconds.
Add the seasoned rice to the pan. Toss everything together, ensuring the rice is well coated with the oil and spices. Cook for 3-4 minutes until the rice is heated through, stirring occasionally.
Turn off the heat and drizzle lemon juice over the rice. Stir to combine.
Serve it hot or at room temperature.
Notes
Leftover, day-old rice is preferred to get the best, separated rice texture without getting mushy.
If using freshly cooked rice then let the rice cool down and then use it to avoid getting mushy.