If you’re hosting a dinner party for friends, you are likely looking for a dish that is intriguing, simple, delicious, healthy, and one that doesn’t require a ton of pots and pans. Look no further because this One-Pot Indian Coconut Rice Bowl recipe is perfect for a crowd and the presentation is amazing!
One-Pot Indian Coconut Rice Bowl Recipe
The simplicity of this dish, the fact that it’s a one pot meal, and the fact that it’s one of the most intriguing dishes you can serve makes it a preferred option when pressed for time. There are just a few simple steps you need to master to make these rice bowls and the beauty is, the recipe works best with leftover rice!
With just five simple steps and about 20 minutes, your One-Pot Indian Coconut Rice is ready to serve. Just plate the rice in coconut shell halves and transport your dinner guests to a delicious international journey.
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp cooking oil
- 1 tsp mustard seeds
- 1 tbsp urad dal
- 1 tbsp chana dal
- 3-4 green chillies
- 6-7 curry leaves
- 5-6 cashews
- 1 cup grated coconut
- 1 cup cooked basmati rice
- Pinch of asafoetida
- Salt, to taste
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
Instructions
- Heat oil in a pan, temper mustard seeds.
- Add urad dal and chana dal and fry until they turn light golden.
- Add minced green chillies, curry leaves, and chopped cashews.
- Sauté for another 2 minutes.
- Add grated coconut, salt, and asafoetida. Mix and sauté for 2-3 minutes or until the coconut is lightly roasted.
- Add rice and chopped cilantro. Give it all a good mix and take the pan off the flame.
Notes
Home Chef Tip: This recipe tastes best when using leftover rice and fresh shredded coconut. However, frozen shredded coconut and fresh rice can also be used. To make this recipe gluten free, skip the asafoetida.
These vegetarian Indian Coconut Rice Bowls are mildly spiced and the lentils give the rice the required crunch. The roasted coconut, fried cashews, and curry leaves bring in a certain aroma to the dish, making it appetizing to everyone.
We hope you love this One-Pot Indian Coconut Rice Bowl recipe as much as we do. If you love this recipe, be sure to check out our other Vegetarian Recipes so that you’re always ready for entertaining. For daily recipe inspiration, like us on Facebook and follow us on Pinterest. Enjoy!
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