South Indian Coconut Rice
Indian Indian - Biryani and Rice

South Indian Coconut Rice

Est. Time: 20-30 min  •  5 Preparation Steps

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 basmati rice
  • • 1 cup fresh grated coconut
  • • 2 tbsp ghee
  • • 1 tsp mustard seeds
  • • 1 tsp urad dal
  • • 2 dried red chilies
  • • 10 curry leaves
  • • 1 tsp salt

Preparation Steps

1
Phase 1

Boil the basmati rice with salt until each grain is separate.

2
Phase 2

Heat ghee and splutter the mustard seeds and urad dal.

3
Phase 3

Add the red chilies, curry leaves, and grated coconut and roast until fragrant.

4
Phase 4

Fold the tempering into the warm rice.

5
Phase 5

Cover and rest 5 minutes before serving.