How to Make Creamy Curd Rice – Quick Recipe

By : Sneha Singh September 15. 2025 ShutterStock

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Ingredients for Curd Rice Recipe

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Cook and Cool Rice

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Mix Curd & Milk

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Tempering Begins

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Add Tempering to Rice

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Optional Add-ons

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Serve & Enjoy!

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Click For Beetroot Rice

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