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Turai Rice Soup
Turai Rice Soup is a light and nutritious soup made with bottle gourd and rice. It's perfect for a comforting meal and is easy to prepare.
Prep: 10 min
Cook: 10 min
Total: 20 min
Servings: 2
March 26, 2026
Instructions
Instructions
- In a pot, heat the oil over medium heat. Add cumin seeds and mustard seeds, and let them splutter.
- Add the chopped turai and sauté for 2-3 minutes until slightly softened.
- Add the washed rice, turmeric powder, and water. Stir well.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and cover. Let it simmer for about 10 minutes or until the rice and turai are cooked.
- Add salt to taste and stir well.
- Garnish with chopped coriander before serving.
Tips
- Adjust the consistency of the soup by adding more or less water as desired.
- You can add other vegetables like carrots or peas for extra nutrition.