Quick & Tasty Pudina Sadam | Flavorful and Refreshing Mint Rice Recipe | Simple Lunchbox Recipe for Busy Days

Pudina Sadam, also known as Mint Rice, is a flavorful South Indian dish that combines the refreshing aroma of mint leaves with the richness of cooked rice. It’s a simple yet vibrant recipe that brings together herbs, spices, and rice to create a wholesome and aromatic meal. This dish is often prepared as a quick lunch option or for festive occasions, offering a perfect balance of taste and nutrition. The mint not only enhances the flavor but also aids digestion, making Pudina Sadam both delicious and healthy. It pairs beautifully with Potato Curry, raita, papad, or any simple vegetable curry.

Health Benefits of Pudina Rice

1. Aids digestion and reduces bloating
2. Rich in antioxidants and boosts immunity
3. Has a natural cooling effect on the body
4. Promotes oral health and fresh breath
5. Enhances metabolism and energy levels
6. Light, nutritious, and low in fat

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Ingredients for making Pudina Sadam 

Cooked Rice - 2 cups.

Mint leaves- 2 cups
Green chillies- 4
A handful of garlic

Ginger - 1/2 inch

A handful of coriander leaves

A sprig of curry leaves

Tamarind - small piecee

Chopped Onions - 1 cup

A handful of groundnuts

Salt to taste

For seasoning

Groundnut oil- 2 tbsp.
Mustard seeds- 1 tsp
Urad dal - 1 tsp.
curry leaves- a few

Method for making Pudina Sadam 

1. Grind mint leaves, green chillies, ginger, garlic, coriander leaves and curry leaves along with tamarind in a mixie. Add little water if required. 

2. Heat oil in a pan. Add the mustard seeds and urad dal when the dal turns brown add the curry leaves saute well. 

3. Now add the peanuts and saute well till they become light brown in colour. 

4. Next add the ground pudina mix saute well till you get a good flavour of pudina and switch off the flame.

5. Allow the ingredients to cool and then add required salt.

6. Add the cooked rice and and mix well.

 Serve Pudina Rice with any South Indian Varuval or Masala Vadai.