Yellow Coconut Rice

Yellow coconut rice is a popular dish in South Indian cuisine and is often served during festivals and special occasions.

This is vegan and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 35 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 9.

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Yellow Coconut Rice

Cooking Method: Boiling, Steaming Cuisine: Asian, Indian Courses: Lunch, Main Dish, Side 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: 1200

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 cup Basmati rice
• 1 cup Coconut milk
• 1.5 cup Water
• 1 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 2 tablespoon Butter
• 2 tablespoon Cashews
• 2 tablespoon Raisins
• 2 tablespoon Cilantro

Instructions

1. Rinse the basmati rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
2. In a pot, add the rinsed rice, coconut milk, water, turmeric powder, and salt. Stir well.
3. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, then reduce the heat to low and cover the pot.
4. Let the rice simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until all the liquid is absorbed and the rice is cooked.
5. In a separate pan, melt the butter and add the cashews and raisins. Cook until the cashews are golden brown.
6. Fluff the cooked rice with a fork and add the butter, cashews, raisins, and cilantro. Mix well.
7. Let the rice rest for 5 minutes before serving.
8. Serve the yellow coconut rice as a main dish or side dish.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 300kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 12g19%

Total Carbohydrate 45g15%

Sugars 2g

Protein 4g8%

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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.