Indian
Indian - Biryani and Rice
South Indian Coconut Rice
Chef's Menu Description
An authentic Indian specialty cooked with freshly ground roasted spices, caramelised onions, and aromatic herbs in the traditional style.
Ingredients
- • 2 cups cooked rice, cooled
- • 2 cups cucumber, diced
- • 2 tbsp coconut oil
- • 1 tsp mustard seeds
- • 1 tsp urad dal
- • 1/2 tsp cumin seeds
- • 8 curry leaves
- • 2 green chilies, slit
- • 1/4 cup grated coconut
Preparation Steps
1
Phase 1
Cook the rice, spread it out, and cool completely so the grains stay separate.
2
Phase 2
Heat the oil, pop the mustard seeds and cumin, then fry the urad dal and curry leaves until golden.
3
Phase 3
Add the green chilies and diced cucumber with a little salt and cook 5 minutes until just tender.
4
Phase 4
Fold in the cooled rice and grated coconut gently.
5
Phase 5
Cover and rest 10 minutes; serve warm or at room temperature.