South Indian Know How To Prepare Delicious Coconut Rice

Learn to make delicious and fragrant coconut rice with this easy recipe. Made with coconut milk, rice, and aromatic spices, it's a perfect side dish for curries or grilled meats.

Know How To Prepare Delicious Coconut Rice
30 Mins Total time
20 Mins Cook Time
10 Mins Prep Time
4 People Serves
Easy Difficulty
Veg Diet

Ingredients

  • 1 Cup Basmati or Jasmine Rice
  • 1 Cup Coconut Milk
  • 1 Cup Water
  • 1 Tablespoon Ghee
  • 1 Piece Onion (finely chopped)
  • 2 Piece Green Chilli
  • 1 Teaspoon Mustard Seeds
  • 1 Teaspoon Cumin Seeds
  • 1 Piece Sprig Curry Leaf
  • 0.5 Teaspoon Turmeric Powder
  • Coriander Leaves

Main Procedure

Step 1

Rinse the rice thoroughly under cold water.

Step 2

Take a pan, heat ghee in it. Add in mustard seeds, cumin seeds, and curry leaves. Let all of them splutter.

Step 3

Add in onions and green chillies. Saute it well.

Step 4

Add in turmeric powder and grated coconut. Cook it well.

Step 5

Add rice and stir it to coat it with spices. Pour coconut milk, water, and salt. Cook for about 15 minutes and wait till the liquid is absorbed.

Step 6

Once done, remove from heat. Garnish it with chopped cilantro and serve it warm.

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