Gongura Rice / Pulihora (Gongura / Red Sorrel Leaves Rice Andhra / Telangana Style) Recipe by Bethica Das
 Bethica Das @kitchen_flavours Sharjah (UAE) #FA - Gongura Rice / Pulihora is a traditional and a very popular Andhra / Telangana cuisine. It is also known as Gongura Puliyodharai. A great way to use up any leftover rice is to prepare this simple and yummy dish. It is a spicy and tangy fried rice prepared with sorrel leaves that are naturally sour in taste. This dish can be relished for breakfast and a quick brunch / lunch. Very easy to prepare, it is also a perfect lunch box meal or a picnic meal that can be served as it is or with some chips, papad or fryums. #FA - Gongura Rice / Pulihora is a traditional and a very popular Andhra / Telangana cuisine. It is also known as Gongura Puliyodharai. A great way to use up any leftover rice is to prepare this simple and yummy dish. It is a spicy and tangy fried rice prepared with sorrel leaves that are naturally sour in taste. This dish can be relished for breakfast and a quick brunch / lunch. Very easy to prepare, it is also a perfect lunch box meal or a picnic meal that can be served as it is or with some chips, papad or fryums. Gongura Rice / Pulihora (Gongura / Red Sorrel Leaves Rice - Andhra / Telangana style) Share its first Cooksnap! #FA - Gongura Rice / Pulihora is a traditional and a very popular Andhra / Telangana cuisine. It is also known as Gongura Puliyodharai. A great way to use up any leftover rice is to prepare this simple and yummy dish. It is a spicy and tangy fried rice prepared with sorrel leaves that are naturally sour in taste. This dish can be relished for breakfast and a quick brunch / lunch. Very easy to prepare, it is also a perfect lunch box meal or a picnic meal that can be served as it is or with some chips, papad or fryums. #FA - Gongura Rice / Pulihora is a traditional and a very popular Andhra / Telangana cuisine. It is also known as Gongura Puliyodharai. A great way to use up any leftover rice is to prepare this simple and yummy dish. It is a spicy and tangy fried rice prepared with sorrel leaves that are naturally sour in taste. This dish can be relished for breakfast and a quick brunch / lunch. Very easy to prepare, it is also a perfect lunch box meal or a picnic meal that can be served as it is or with some chips, papad or fryums. Ingredients 20-25 minutes 2 servings Spice powder - 2 tbsp. sesame seeds 1 tbsp. coriander seeds 1 tbsp. chana dal 1 tsp. urad dal 1/2 tsp. fenugreek seeds 3-4 dry red chilies Other Ingredients - 2 cups cooked rice handful gongura leaves, washed, drained and finely chopped 2 tbsp. oil 1/2 tsp. mustard seeds 1/2 tsp. cumin seeds 1-2 whole dry red chilies 1/4 tsp. asafoetida (hing) 1 tsp. urad dal (split black gram) 1 tbsp. chana dal (Bengal gram) 1-2 green chilies, slit 2 tbsp. roasted peanuts / cashew nuts 1 sprig curry leaves salt to taste 1/2 tsp. turmeric powder coriander leaves to garnish Spice powder - 2 tbsp. sesame seeds 1 tbsp. coriander seeds 1 tbsp. chana dal 1 tsp. urad dal 1/2 tsp. fenugreek seeds 3-4 dry red chilies Other Ingredients - 2 cups cooked rice handful gongura leaves, washed, drained and finely chopped 2 tbsp. oil 1/2 tsp. mustard seeds 1/2 tsp. cumin seeds 1-2 whole dry red chilies 1/4 tsp. asafoetida (hing) 1 tsp. urad dal (split black gram) 1 tbsp. chana dal (Bengal gram) 1-2 green chilies, slit 2 tbsp. roasted peanuts / cashew nuts 1 sprig curry leaves salt to taste 1/2 tsp. turmeric powder coriander leaves to garnish Cooking Instructions 20-25 minutes 1 Dry roast all the dry spices till you get a nice aroma. Set aside to cool and then grind into a smooth powder. Keep aside. Wash and drain the gongura leaves. Chop them finely and Keep aside. 2 Heat oil & temper with red chilies, cumin seeds & mustard seeds. After it stops spluttering, add asafoetida, urad dal, chana dal, green chilies & curry leaves. Sauté for a few seconds. 3 Add the chopped gongura leaves, turmeric powder & salt. Mix well & sauté till it is wilted & the moisture has evaporated. Add the spice powder, peanuts & the cooked rice. Stir fry for 2-3 minutes till the rice is well coated with the masala. 4 Garnish with coriander leaves. Enjoy just as it is or with pickle & papad for a comforting meal. 1 Dry roast all the dry spices till you get a nice aroma. Set aside to cool and then grind into a smooth powder. Keep aside. Wash and drain the gongura leaves. Chop them finely and Keep aside. 1 Dry roast all the dry spices till you get a nice aroma. Set aside to cool and then grind into a smooth powder. Keep aside. Wash and drain the gongura leaves. Chop them finely and Keep aside. 2 Heat oil & temper with red chilies, cumin seeds & mustard seeds. After it stops spluttering, add asafoetida, urad dal, chana dal, green chilies & curry leaves. Sauté for a few seconds. 2 Heat oil & temper with red chilies, cumin seeds & mustard seeds. After it stops spluttering, add asafoetida, urad dal, chana dal, green chilies & curry leaves. Sauté for a few seconds. 3 Add the chopped gongura leaves, turmeric powder & salt. Mix well & sauté till it is wilted & the moisture has evaporated. Add the spice powder, peanuts & the cooked rice. Stir fry for 2-3 minutes till the rice is well coated with the masala. 3 Add the chopped gongura leaves, turmeric powder & salt. Mix well & sauté till it is wilted & the moisture has evaporated. Add the spice powder, peanuts & the cooked rice. Stir fry for 2-3 minutes till the rice is well coated with the masala. 4 Garnish with coriander leaves. Enjoy just as it is or with pickle & papad for a comforting meal. 4 Garnish with coriander leaves. Enjoy just as it is or with pickle & papad for a comforting meal. Share its first Cooksnap! Cooksnaps Did you make this recipe? Share a picture of your creation! Copied! on August 19, 2025 05:29 Sharjah (UAE) Check my blog - My facebook page - Comments Similar Recipes Easy Lemon Rice Easy Lemon Rice Ever since my mother-in-law introduced me to this amazing dish from South India called lemon rice, I can't get enough of it! The flavors are so vibrant with the tanginess of lemon, aromatic curry leaves and ginger with a hint of spice. It's a simple yet delicious dish that's perfect for a quick meal or side dish. I highly recommend giving it a try if you're looking for something new and flavorful to add to your menu. Mish Raw Mango Rice Raw Mango Rice Have you ever tried Mango rice?? If not, then give your boring rice a makeover with this lovely recipe. 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