Kerala Palkanji
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cup Raw Rice (Unakkalari)
- 1 cup Grated Coconut
- 1/4 teaspoon Cumin seeds
- 1 Piece Dried Ginger (Chukku)
- Salt as required
- 2 Cardamom
Instructions
- 1 Crush the dried ginger and keep it aside.
- 2
Boil water in a pot - just enough to cook the rice.- 3
When the water starts boiling, add the rice and cardamom seeds.- 4
While the rice is cooking, grind grated coconut and cumin seeds into a thick paste using enough water.- 5
(Alternatively, you can use coconut milk. If using coconut milk, crush cumin seeds separately and add them later.)- 6
When the rice is fully cooked, add the coconut mixture (or coconut milk with crushed cumin seeds).- 7
Let it simmer for a few minutes. The consistency should be slightly thick, not watery.- 8
Add salt to taste and mix well.- 9
Serve hot, topped with a teaspoon of ghee or paired with coconut chutney for a healthy and comforting breakfast. - 2
