Gobindobhog Rice Recipe in Microwave | How to cook Perfect Gobindobhog Chaler Bhat
This recipe explains how to prepare fluffy Gobindobhog rice using a microwave. This method is specifically for Jhurjhure Gobindobhoger Bhat, not "Phena bhat," and it pairs excellently with meals such as Mangshor Jhol, Dimer Dalna, or even just ghee with Aloo Bhate or Aloo Bhaja. I am sharing this microwave cooking method for a specific reason, which will be revealed later. Of course, you can also cook this rice on the stove.
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Servings: 4 people
Calories: 137kcal
Cost: Rs 50
Equipment
- 1 glass bowl
Ingredients
- 1 cup gobindobhog rice 150g
- 2 cups water use the same cup used for measuring the rice to measure the water
Instructions
- To cook excellent gobindobhog rice, you only need quality rice and water. I personally don't add salt while cooking this type of rice.
- Here's how to perfectly cook fluffy gobindobhog rice in a microwave.
- First, grab a microwave-safe bowl.
- Next, put the raw gobindobhog rice into the bowl you'll be cooking in.
- Wash the rice three to four times, or until the water runs clear.
- After washing, soak the gobindobhog rice in water for 30 minutes before cooking.
- Add 2 cups of room temperature water to the rice, using the same cup you used to measure the rice.
- Now, place the bowl (without a lid) in the microwave.
- Cook on high (900W) for 8 minutes.
- Take the bowl out and stir with a spoon to ensure even cooking. Don't worry if you see some water at this point.
- Return the bowl to the microwave and cook on high (900W) for another 4 minutes.
- Remove the bowl. The rice should be done, and there should be no extra water. If not, cook for one more minute, though I don't recommend it.
- You might notice the rice on top is a bit hard. Don't worry. Stir the rice with a spoon. Immediately cover the bowl with a lid and let it sit outside the microwave for 5 minutes before opening.
- You will see all the rice is now perfectly cooked. Your fluffy, white, fragrant Gobindobhog rice is ready!
I like using a glass bowl. Make sure it's not too small, as a small bowl can make the rice soggy. You won't need a lid for this recipe.
Properly washing the rice is crucial; if you don't, there will be extra starch. Be careful not to break the grains while washing. This important step helps reduce cooking time and makes the rice fluffier.
Do not use hot water when cooking Gobindobhog rice in a microwave. This type of rice needs time to cook and tends to cook suddenly. Using room temperature water helps balance this.
Notes
- Gobindobhog rice costs a lot, but you can find various prices for it in stores. Pick the one that fits your budget.
- If you can't find Gobindobhog rice, you can substitute it with tulsibhog, kalijira, or tulaipanji rice instead.
Nutrition
Serving: 156g | Calories: 137kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 0g | Saturated Fat: 0g | Cholesterol: 0mg | Sodium: 8mg | Potassium: 43mg | Fiber: 0g | Sugar: 0g | Calcium: 14mg | Iron: 0mg
