How to Make Traditional Nepali Chaaku Bhat | Easy Recipe

chaaku

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey provides a natural sweetness with fewer calories.

ghee

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: butter

Olive oil is a healthier fat option.

Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear.

Soak the rice in water for about 30 minutes.

In a pot, bring water to a boil and add the soaked rice.

Cook the rice until tender, about 15-20 minutes.

In a separate pan, melt ghee over low heat.

Add chaaku to the melted ghee and stir until well combined.

Add salt, sugar, and spices to the chaaku mixture and cook for 5 minutes.

Once the rice is cooked, drain excess water.

Combine the rice with the chaaku mixture and mix well.

Serve warm, garnished with additional spices if desired.

Cooking Techniques

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