Coconut Rice With Curry Leaves

Curry leaves, a key ingredient in this dish, are widely used in South Indian and Sri Lankan cuisines for their distinct flavor and aroma.

This is vegan and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 35 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 13.

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Coconut Rice With Curry Leaves

Cooking Method: Boiling, Steaming Cuisine: Asian Cuisine, Indian Cuisine Courses: Lunch, Main Course, Rice Dish 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: 1280

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1.5 cup Basmati Rice
• 1 cup Coconut Milk
• 1.5 cup Water
• 4 sprig Curry Leaves
• 1 teaspoon Mustard Seeds
• 1 teaspoon Cumin Seeds
• 1 medium Onion
• 2 chopped Green Chilies
• 1 inch Ginger
• 4 cloves Garlic
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 2 tablespoon Cashew Nuts
• 2 tablespoon Vegetable Oil

Instructions

1. Rinse the basmati rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
2. In a large saucepan, heat vegetable oil over medium heat. Add mustard seeds and cumin seeds. Once they start to splutter, add curry leaves, chopped green chilies, ginger, and garlic. Sauté for a minute.
3. Add sliced onions and cashew nuts. Cook until the onions turn translucent.
4. Add the rinsed basmati rice and stir well to coat the rice with the mixture.
5. Pour in coconut milk and water. Add salt and stir everything together.
6. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the saucepan and let the rice cook for 15-20 minutes or until all the liquid is absorbed and the rice is tender.
7. Once cooked, remove from heat and let it rest for 5 minutes.
8. Fluff the rice with a fork and serve hot.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 320kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 15g24%

Total Carbohydrate 40g14%

Sugars 2g

Protein 5g10%

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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.