How to cook Matta rice in pressure cooker / கேரள மட்டை அரிசி
How to cook Matta rice in pressure cooker
Matta rice, also known as Kerala red rice or Rosematta rice, is a unique and nutritious variety of rice grown primarily in the southern Indian state of Kerala. This rice has a distinct reddish-brown color and is considered a staple food in many South Indian households. Cooking Matta rice in a pressure cooker is simple and quick way of cooking without any fuss.When cooked, Matta rice has a firm, chewy texture, and the grains tend to stay separate, making it perfect for dishes like sambar puli Kuzhambu &meen kulambu & all types of curries.Since it’s less processed than white rice,
Matta rice retains much of its bran, making it rich in fiber. This helps with digestion and provides sustained energy.Because of its high fiber content and slower digestion, it can help with satiety, making it beneficial for those looking to manage their weight. Let’s see How to cook Matta rice in pressure cooker
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INGREDIENTS:
MATTA RICE/PALAKKADAN RICE – 1 CUP
WATER – 3 CUPS
METHOD:
1. Wash the Matta rice thoroughly under cold running water to remove excess starch. You can rinse it 2-3 times until the water runs clear.
2. Soak Matta rice for about an hour (in cooker itself)will help it cook more evenly and reduce the cooking time.
3. For 1 cup of Matta rice, add 3 cups of water to the pressure cooker. Let it boil now close cooker pressure cook for many whistles (10) switch of let the pressure subside.
4. Open the cooker when pressure subsides fluff & serve.
How to cook Matta rice in pressure cooker / கேரள மட்டை அரிசி
Ingredients
- MATTA RICE/PALAKKADAN RICE - 1 CUP
WATER - 3 CUPS
Instructions
- Wash the Matta rice thoroughly under cold running water to remove excess starch. You can rinse it 2-3 times until the water runs clear.2.Soak Matta rice for about an hour (in cooker itself)will help it cook more evenly and reduce the cooking time.3. For 1 cup of Matta rice, add 3 cups of water to the pressure cooker. Let it boil now close cooker pressure cook for many whistles (10) switch of let the pressure subside.4. Open the cooker when pressure subsides fluff & serve.
Notes
- Soaking is key for better texture and faster cooking.
- Avoid overcooking—it can turn mushy.
- Use a heavy-bottomed cooker to avoid burning at the bottom.