Authentic South Indian Coconut Rice For A Quick And Hearty Meal

By Garima Johar

June 19, 2024

Coconut rice, or Thengai Sadam is a popular South Indian delicacy that is simple yet flavourful. To whip up a quick meal, you can try this authentic recipe and make yourself a hearty serving of coconut rice.

Ingredients

1 cup rice 1 cup grated coconut 2 tablespoons coconut oil 1 teaspoon mustard seeds 1/2 teaspoon urad dal 1 dried red chilli A few curry leaves 1 green chilli 1/2 inch ginger Salt to taste Chopped cilantro for garnish

Step 1

Rinse and cook rice using your preferred method.

Step 2

Heat some oil and add mustard seeds. Once they splutter, add and fry urad dal.

Step 3

Saute dried red chilli, curry leaves, green chilli, grated ginger, and grated coconut.

Step 4

Cook till the coconut is slightly brown. Add salt to taste.

Step 5

Add cooked rice and fold in the coconut mixture.

Step 6

Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve hot.