Republic Day calls for food that looks festive, feels comforting, and is easy to recreate at home. And what better way to bring the Tiranga to your table than with a vibrant, flavour-packed Tricolour rice recipe? It’s simple, celebratory, and perfect for family gatherings, school events, potlucks, or office parties. With the right kitchen helpers like induction cooktops, mixer grinders, and air fryers available on the Wipro Appliances website, you can prepare this Republic Day special recipe in minutes.
Why Tricolour Rice Is Perfect for Republic Day
This dish beautifully represents the Indian flag while remaining wholesome and light. Each layer reflects a natural colour, green from coriander-mint rice, white from mildly seasoned basmati, and saffron from tomato-carrot rice. It’s flavourful without being heavy, festive without being complicated, and easily scalable for both small families and large celebrations.
Ingredients You’ll Need
To bring the colours of the Tiranga alive on your plate, you’ll need a few everyday ingredients grouped by their natural hues.
For the Green Layer
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1 cup cooked basmati rice
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1 cup coriander–mint leaves
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1 green chilli
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1 tsp lemon juice
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1 tbsp ghee
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Salt to taste
For the White Layer
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1 cup cooked basmati rice
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1 tsp ghee
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½ tsp cumin
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Salt
For the Saffron Layer
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1 cup cooked basmati rice
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1 medium tomato
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½ carrot, chopped
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1 tsp red chilli powder
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1 tbsp ghee
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Salt
Tip: Cook all the rice portions on an induction cooktop for precise temperature control that helps grains stay separate and fluffy.
Step-by-Step Tricolour Rice Recipe
Follow these simple steps to assemble a vibrant, flavour-packed Tricolour Rice that brings the spirit of Republic Day straight to your table.
Prepare the Green Layer (Hara Rice)
Blend coriander, mint, and green chilli in a mixer grinder from the Wipro Appliances website until smooth. Heat ghee on an induction cooktop, mix in the green paste, cook for a minute, and toss in the rice. Add lemon juice for freshness. This gives your Republic Day special recipe its vibrant first stripe.
Prepare the White Layer
Heat a little ghee, splutter cumin, and lightly mix in the rice with a pinch of salt. This layer stays simple to balance the flavours of the other two. The induction cooktop ensures slow, even heat so the grains don’t break while tossing.
Prepare the Saffron Layer (Kesari Rice)
Blend tomato and carrot in the mixer grinder. Cook the puree in ghee, add chilli powder and salt, then mix in the rice. The carrot helps add a natural saffron hue without artificial colouring. If you prefer a smoky flavour, lightly air-fry the veggies beforehand in a Wipro air fryer to concentrate their sweetness.
Assemble the Tricolour
Layer saffron rice first, then white rice, and finally green. Press gently using a spoon or bowl for a neat, flag-like effect. Serve warm with raita or dal.
Smart Appliance Tips for Faster Cooking
From blending smooth pastes to cooking perfectly fluffy rice, these smart appliance tips help you speed up the process while enhancing taste and texture.
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Use an Induction Cooktop for Fluffy Rice: Induction heat distributes uniformly, preventing soggy or undercooked grains. It also lets you maintain exact temperatures making it an ideal choice when cooking three different rice flavours back-to-back.
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Mixer Grinder Magic for Smooth Pastes: The coriander–mint and tomato–carrot pastes blend smoother and quicker in a mixer and grinder, giving your tricolour layers a consistent, restaurant-like finish.
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Air Fryer Enhancements for Extra Flavour: Wipro Appliances air fryer helps roast vegetables with minimal oil, enhancing natural sweetness and adding a deeper flavour profile to the saffron layer.
Serving Suggestions for a Complete Republic Day Special Meal
Pair this Tricolour Rice Recipe with a refreshing cucumber-mint raita, a simple jeera dal prepared on an induction cooktop, crispy air-fried papad, and a light salad featuring tri-colour veggies like carrot, cucumber, and capsicum. Together, these sides keep the patriotic theme intact while ensuring the meal remains wholesome, flavourful, and easy to digest.
Fun fact: India is one of the world’s largest consumers of basmati rice. Over 5 million tonnes are consumed annually.
A Colourful Tribute
Food is one of the simplest ways to celebrate India’s unity and diversity. This Tricolour Rice Recipe brings the spirit of the flag to your plate, symbolising green for growth, white for peace, and saffron for courage. Whether you're hosting a lunch, sending food for a school celebration, or just adding a patriotic touch to your day, this recipe is festive, healthy, and incredibly easy with the right appliances from the Wipro Appliances range.
FAQs
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What is the traditional menu for Republic Day?
There’s no fixed menu, but families often enjoy light, flavourful dishes like pulao, dal, sabzi, raita, and sweets. Colourful meals such as tri-colour rice or themed desserts are especially popular for Republic Day celebrations.
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What’s the most patriotic food?
Any dish representing the Indian flag's colours, like tri-colour rice, sandwiches, dhokla, or desserts, is considered patriotic. These meals are visually celebratory while maintaining familiar Indian flavours.
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Can I make Tricolour Rice faster using an induction cooktop?
Yes. Induction cooktops heat quickly and evenly, letting you prepare all three rice layers efficiently without sticking or uneven cooking.
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How can a mixer grinder help in this Republic Day special recipe?
A mixer grinder creates smooth, vibrant pastes for the green and saffron layers, ensuring your colours look bright and blend well into the rice.
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Can I use an air fryer to enhance the flavour of this recipe?
Absolutely. Air-frying tomatoes, carrots, or even nuts adds a roasted sweetness and smoky depth, making each layer more flavourful while using minimal oil.
