Coconut Rice Recipe | Thengai Sadam

Today I am posting a simple recipe, Coconut rice. It is vegan. It is quick, simple and easy to prepare making it  perfect for packing lunch on a busy morning.Or like me. I was in no mood to cook an elaborate meal, so prepared this coconut rice and served it with home made plantain chips. 

What are the ingredients needed?

Cooked rice, 2 cups 
Grated Coconut, 1/2 cup
Oil, 2-3 teaspoon
Mustard seeds, 1/2 teaspoon
Urad dhal, 1 tablespoon
Channa dhal, 1 tablespoon
Green chillies, 2-3 nos(depending on the spice level)
Curry leaves, 1 sprig
Cashews (optional)
Salt, as required

How to make Coconut Rice?

1. Heat oil in a pan.Add mustard seeds and when they crack, add urad dhal,channa dhal cashews (if using) and roast them for a minute.
2. Then add asafoetida, green chillies and curry leaves and fry for 2 minutes.
3. Then add the grated coconut and fry till the  aroma of coconut comes out. 
4. Now add salt to taste and add rice and mix well and turn off the heat.
5. Ready to serve.