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Tendli Bhaat (Ivy Gourd Rice) - Instant Pot Pressure Cooker

Dec 18, 2022. by Bhavana Patil. 2 Comments | This post may contain affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

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This Tendli bhaat recipe is a traditional Maharashtrian style one-pot rice dish prepared using ivy gourd  ('tendli' or 'tondli' in Marathi, 'kundru' or 'tindora' in Hindi, 'tondekai' in Kannada and 'kovakkai' in Tamil) and goda masala in an instant pot pressure cooker or stovetop.

Tendli Masale bhaat in a copper bowl with raita on side
Tendli Masale bhaat

'Tendli' means ivy gourd, and 'bhaat' means rice in Marathi. This healthy one-pot rice dish can be served for lunch or dinner with plain curd or raita of your choice. You may also like my other one-pot recipes Karnataka Style Bisi Bele Bath, Quinoa Bisi Bele Bath, and Methi Leaves Bhaat.

Every Maharashtrian household will have this goda masala powder (spice blend made using dry coconut, cinnamon, dry red chilies, stone flower, sesame seeds, and other ingredients) used like garam masala for Maharashtrian dishes.

I have used store-bought Goda Masala for this recipe. Goda masala is an absolute must in masale bhaat with tendli. It gives a unique flavor and aroma to the dish.

Check out the famous Mumbai Pav Bhaji recipe made in the Instant Pot from my blog.

Benefits of Tindora (Ivy Gourd)

Ivy gourd is said to have potent anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects that may aid in the prevention or treatment of a diverse range of health conditions, from diabetes and high cholesterol to high blood pressure and obesity. - Source.

Tendli Bhaat Ingredients

  • Tindora (ivy gourd): Wash and cut into thin strips.
  • Rice: Traditionally, medium grain rice, like sona masoori rice, or Indrayani rice, is used. You can also use basmati rice.
  • Oil: Use any vegetable cooking oil.
  • Mustard & Cumin seeds: added for tempering.
  • Ginger and garlic: I have used minced ginger and garlic.
  • Green chilies: I have used two green Thai chilies.
  • Curry leaves: are added to enhance the flavor.
  • Dry spices: I have used turmeric powder, red chili powder, goda masala. You can increase or decrease the spices according to your choice. Goda Masala is the star ingredient, it's available in Indian grocery stores, or you can make it at home.
  • Cashews – They give a nice crunch to the dish. If you have a nut allergy skip it.
  • Garnish: I have used coriander leaves and fresh shredded coconut.

How to Make Tendli Bhaat in Instant Pot

Firstly, Press SAUTE on Instant Pot. Heat ghee or oil, add mustard seeds and cumin (jeera) seeds, and let them splutter.

Next, add minced ginger, garlic, green chilies, curry leaves, cashews, and asafetida. Stir and saute for 30 seconds till the cashews turn light brown. 

step to saute green chillies curry leaves collage

Add the tindora (Ivy Gourd) and stir fry for a few seconds.

step to saute tendli collage

Next, add rinsed rice, red chili powder, turmeric powder, goda masala, and salt. Mix everything gently, so the masalas coat with rice nicely.

Add water (depending on your rice variety). Mix well and deglaze the pot.

step to add spices rice and water collage

Close the lid on the pot, and turn the pressure valve to the SEALING position.

Furthermore, Set the pot to MANUAL/PRESSURE COOK (High Pressure) and set the timer to 5 minutes.

When the instant pot beeps, let the pressure release naturally for 10 minutes and then quick release the pressure manually. If you do not have time, then do Quick Pressure Release (QR) Manually.

Lastly, remove the lid away from you, garnish with fresh coriander leaves and fresh coconut. Gently mix everything.

Tendli Masale bhaat in a instant pot insert

Serve this Instant Pot Tendli Bhaat Recipe with pickle, papad, and raita.

Stovetop Pressure Cooker Method

Follow the same steps, close the pressure cooker lid, and place a whistle—Cook for two whistles on medium flame. Maharashtrian Tendli bhaat in cooker is ready to serve.

instant pot tindora bhaat served in a vessel garnished with fresh coconut and cilantro

Serving Suggestions

Serve Tendli Bhaat with some pickle, papad, raita, or kosambari (a type of salad). I also like to pair it with curd rice or sol kadhi for gatherings.

How to make Goda Masala at Home?

You can easily make Goda Masala at home. Also, Every family has its own recipe with variations in spices used. Goda masala is also known as Kala masala in some parts of Maharashtra.

For the Goda Masala (Spice Mix):

  • 1 tablespoon Dry coconut/Desiccated Coconut
  • 2 teaspoons Coriander Seeds
  • 4-5 Black peppercorns (Kali Mirch)
  • 1 or 2 Dry Red Chillies
  • 2 green Cardamom (Elaichi)
  • 3-4 Cloves (Lavang/Long)
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin Seeds (Jeera)
  • ½ inch Cinnamon Stick (Dalchini)
  • 1 teaspoon Sesame seeds
  • 1 small piece of stone flower (dagad phool) - optional

Method:

  • Dry roast the spices one by one on medium-low heat until fragrant or they change color.
  • Let this cool completely. Once cooled, grind it into a fine powder and store it in an airtight container.

Tips to make Maharashtrian Tendli Bhaat

  • Goda masala gives an authentic taste to the dish, but you can use vangi bhaat masala powder, garam masala, or pav bhaji masala for a variation.
  • Goda Masala is readily available at Indian grocery stores or even on amazon. In case you don't find it, You can easily make it at home with readily available ingredients in the pantry.
  • Vegans can replace ghee with oil.
  • I have skipped onion and garlic and made a No Onion No garlic version of tendli masale bhaat. However, you can add onions and garlic too.

FAQs

Can I make this Tendli Rice Recipe with any other vegetable?

If you cannot find tindora or tendli, you can replace it with any vegetable of your choice, like potato, eggplant, or bell peppers.

What kind of rice do we use for this recipe?

Traditionally tendli masale bhaat recipe is made with Indrayani rice, popular Maharashtrian grain. Most south Indian rice recipes are made with sona masuri rice (short grain rice), but basmati works well.

More Instant Pot Rice Recipes

  • Potato/Aloo Biryani
  • Veg Biryani
  • Spinach Rice
  • Vegetable Pulao
  • Tomato Rice
  • Cabbage Rice
  • Coconut Milk Pulao

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Tendli Masale bhaat served in a steel bowl garnished with cilantro and fresh coconut

Tendli Bhaat Recipe

Bhavana Patil
Tendli Masale bhaat recipe is a traditional Maharashtrian one pot rice dish prepared using nutritious ivy gourd and goda masala
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Servings: 2
Calories : 315
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Indian, Maharashtrian
Diet: Gluten-Free, Vegan, Vegetarian
Method: Instant Pot/Pressure Cooker, Stovetop
Prep Time : 10 minutes
Cook Time : 10 minutes
Total Time : 20 minutes

Equipment

  • Instant Pot/Pressure Cooker
  • Stovetop Pressure Cooker

Ingredients
  

Measuring cup used 1 cup = 250 ml

  • 2 tablespoons oil or ghee
  • 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
  • ½ teaspoon cumin (jeera) seeds
  • 1 teaspoon garlic minced (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon ginger minced
  • 2 green chilies slit lengthwise
  • 1 stalk curry leaves
  • 10-12 cashews nuts
  • a big pinch asafetida (hing)
  • 1.5 cups tindora (ivy gourd) sliced
  • 1 cup rice rinsed
  • ½ teaspoon turmeric powder
  • ½ teaspoon red chilli powder
  • 1.5 tablespoon goda masala
  • salt to taste
  • 2 cups water

Garnish:

  • 2 tablespoon coriander leaves
  • 2 tablespoon fresh coconut

Instructions
 

Instant Pot Method:

  • Firstly, Press SAUTE on Instant Pot. Add ghee or oil and once it’s hot add mustard seeds and cumin (jeera) seeds, let them splutter.
  • Next add minced ginger, garlic, green chilies, curry leaves, cashews, and asafetida. Stir and saute for 30 seconds till the cashews turn light brown in color. 
  • Add the tindora (Ivy Gourd) and stir fry for a few seconds.
  • Next add rinsed rice, red chili powder, turmeric powder, goda masala, salt. Mix everything gently so the masalas coat with rice nicely.
  • Add water (depending on your rice variety). Mix well and deglaze the pot.
  • Close the lid on the pot, and turn the pressure valve to the SEALING position.
  • Furthermore, Set the pot to MANUAL/PRESSURE COOK (High Pressure) and set the timer to 5 minutes.
  • When the instant pot beeps, let the pressure release naturally for 10 minutes and then quick release the pressure manually. If you do not have time then do Quick Pressure Release (QR) Manually.
  • Lastly, remove the lid away from you, garnish with fresh coriander leaves and fresh coconut. Gently mix everything together.
  • Tendli Bhaat Recipe is ready to be enjoyed with pickle, papad and raita.

Stovetop Pressure Cooker Method:

  • Follow the same steps, close the pressure cooker lid, and place a whistle—Cook for two whistles on medium flame. Maharashtrian Tendli bhaat in cooker is ready to serve.

Video

Notes

I have prepared this dish in my electric pressure cooker, Instant Pot DUO60 6 QT

Tips

  • Goda masala gives an authentic taste to the dish, but you can use vangi bhaat masala powder, garam masala, or pav bhaji masala for a variation.
  • Goda Masala is readily available at Indian grocery stores or even on amazon. In case you don't find it, You can easily make it at home with readily available ingredients in the pantry.
  • Vegans can replace ghee with oil.
  • I have skipped onion and garlic and made No Onion No garlic version of tendli masale bhaat. However, you can add onions and garlic too.
 
Note: Nutrition values are my best estimates. If you rely on them for your diet, use your preferred nutrition calculator.

Nutrition

Calories: 315kcalCarbohydrates: 44gProtein: 4gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 11gSodium: 23mgPotassium: 134mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 3.4mgCalcium: 31mgIron: 1.1mg
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  1. Raksha says

    February 01, 2023 at 12:12 pm

    5 stars
    This came out great. Thanks for the recipe. I used the Basmati Sella Rice and it cooked perfectly in instapot

    Reply
    • Bhavana Patil says

      February 01, 2023 at 12:35 pm

      Hi Raksha, thanks for trying another recipe from my blog. I am very thankful to you for writing a detailed comment about the ingredients used. Thanks once again. I hope you will try more recipes from and blog, and do comment your feedback.

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