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Coconut Rice (Pandya)

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This Indian main features Ghee, Cumin seeds, Turmeric, Cloves, Peppercorns. It delivers smooth, comforting richness, a pleasant kick of heat. Great for weeknight dinners or when you want something satisfying for the whole family. Simple to make with ingredients you likely already have on hand, this is a recipe you will come back to again and again.
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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 4
Calories: 936.1
Dietary: Gluten-free, Vegetarian
Description
This Indian main features Ghee, Cumin seeds, Turmeric, Cloves, Peppercorns. It delivers smooth, comforting richness, a pleasant kick of heat. Great for weeknight dinners or when you want something satisfying for the whole family. Simple to make with ingredients you likely already have on hand, this is a recipe you will come back to again and again.
Ingredients
  • 3 tablespoon Ghee
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin seeds
  • 1 pn Turmeric
  • 2 Cloves
  • 4 Black Peppercorns
  • 2 Black Or brown cardamom pods
  • 2 cup Dried coconut
  • 2 cup Brown rice
  • 3 3/4 cup Water
  • 1 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 tablespoon Chopped almonds
Directions
  1. 1
    Presoak rice for an hour & then rinse well, pick out the dirt.
  2. 2
    Heat ghee in a heavy pot & saute cumin till brown.
  3. 3
    Add turmeric, cloves, peppercorns & cardamom.
  4. 4
    Stir for about a minute.
  5. 5
    Stir in coconut.
  6. 6
    Saute till golden.
  7. 7
    Add rice & continue sauteing, over medium heat for 2 minutes.
  8. 8
    Pour in water,
  9. 9
    add salt, bring to a
  10. 10
    boil , lower
  11. 11
    heat ,
  12. 12
    cover &
  13. 13
    cook for about 20 minutes, until the water has evaporated & the rice is cooked.
  14. 14
    Garnish with cashews, raisins & almonds.
  15. 15
    Serve with any main curry.
  16. 16
    Michael Pandya, "Indian Vegetarian Cooking"

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 936.1kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 47.8g74%
Saturated Fat 33.6g169%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 7396.8mg309%
Total Carbohydrate 132.9g45%
Dietary Fiber 43.4g174%
Sugars 14.0g
Protein 25.2g51%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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