Coconut Rice Erupting With Spices, Nuts & Peas

Coconut rice is a popular dish in many tropical countries, such as India and Thailand. It is often served as a side dish or as a main course with various curries and gravies.

This is vegan and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 35 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 20.

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Coconut Rice Erupting With Spices, Nuts & Peas

Cooking Method: Boiling, Simmering Cuisine: Asian, Indian Courses: Lunch, Main Course Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 10 min Cook Time 20 min Rest Time 5 min Total Time 35 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1200

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 cup Basmati Rice
• 1 cup Coconut Milk
• 1.5 cup Water
• 0.5 cup Peas
• 0.25 cup Cashews
• 0.25 cup Almonds
• 0.25 cup Raisins
• 1 medium Onion
• 3 clove Garlic
• 1 inch Ginger
• 2 piece Green Chili
• 1 piece Cinnamon Stick
• 3 piece Cardamom Pods
• 4 piece Cloves
• 1 teaspoon Turmeric Powder
• 1 teaspoon Cumin Powder
• 1 teaspoon Coriander Powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 2 tablespoon Vegetable Oil
• 2 tablespoon Fresh Coriander Leaves

Instructions

1. Wash the basmati rice and soak it in water for 30 minutes.
2. Heat vegetable oil in a pan and add cinnamon stick, cardamom pods, and cloves.
3. Add chopped onion and sauté until golden brown.
4. Add crushed ginger, garlic, and green chili. Sauté for 2 minutes.
5. Add turmeric powder, cumin powder, and coriander powder. Stir well.
6. Drain the soaked rice and add it to the pan. Mix well.
7. Add coconut milk and water. Season with salt.
8. Bring it to a boil, then reduce the heat and cover the pan. Let it simmer for 15-20 minutes or until the rice is cooked.
9. In a separate pan, heat some oil and roast cashews, almonds, and raisins until golden.
10. Add peas to the rice and mix well. Cook for another 2 minutes.
11. Garnish with roasted nuts and fresh coriander leaves. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 300kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 10g16%

Total Carbohydrate 45g15%

Sugars 5g

Protein 6g12%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.