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Coconut Milk Rice (With Raw Mango)

Inspired by the subtle infusion of whole spices in variety of rice recipes(by Nava), here I got one. No powdered spices required, just the whole ones should suffice. This is a simple recipe, but tastes pretty good. I added raw mango to give that kick, since we are not adding any powdered spices. The coconut milk, gives the mild sweetness to the rice which gets enhanced by the sharp sour taste of raw mango. If you are one of those, who appreciates the innate taste of whole spices or veggies, probably you will like this rice. Give it a try.
Coconut Milk Rice
Ingredients:
1)Long Grain Rice - 1 cup
2)Raw Mango - 1/2(chopped)
3)Carrot - 1(chopped)
4)Green Chilli - 1 to 2(slit)
5)Onion - 1 (small, chopped)
6)Coconut Milk - 3/4 cup(thick, add 1/4 cup water to dilute it) - (I got Dabur brand Coconut Milk)
7)Ginger - 1/2 inch (grated)
8)Salt - to taste
9)Oil - 1.5 tsp
10)Cumin seeds - 1 tsp
11)Cinnamon stick, Cardamon and Cloves - a few
Coconut Milk Rice (With Raw Mango)
Preparation:
1)Soak the rice in water for 30 minutes. Heat oil in a pan and add cinnamon, cardamon, cloves, cumin seeds, let it splutter.
2)Add slit green chilli and grated ginger, saute for couple of seconds.
3)Add chopped onion, salt and saute until onion turns translucent.
4)Add chopped mango and carrot, saute for 2 to 3 minutes.
5)Now add the coconut milk and mix well.
6)Add the soaked rice and mix well. Adjust the amount of water.
7)Transfer the content to a pressure cooker and cook for 2 whistles.

Coconut milk rice is ready.

Comments

  1. Beena.stephyMay 4, 2013 at 6:21 AM

    New to me Pavi. .."ll definitely try dis

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  2. Poornima PorchelvanMay 4, 2013 at 6:27 AM

    Very new combination but sounds interesting. Have to try.

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  3. Navaneetham KrishnanMay 4, 2013 at 8:47 AM

    My name??? Oww, thanks so much my great friend. I have to nod that we eat load of rice, especially myself more than my other half. He can survive on bread but for me, no rice, no life.

    I noticed that you used milk and yes, I use the same and add pandan/screwpine leaves for our version called "Nasi Lemak". I must try this because the other attraction is the mango, another which is my fav. The ingredients all came together for a creamy tangy explosion to my greatest liking.

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    1. Pavithra RMay 4, 2013 at 9:54 AM

      Yes Nava :-), I'm kinda impressed by the true & innate taste from the real ingredients rather than covering up with lots of extra spices, so I'm all in for simple yet rich recipes any day and hence I like your rice recipes so much. I love rice and roti equally, but I'm lazy to make roti - but rice is easier - One pot meals are a Savior any time.

      We don't get screwpine here, but I remember your usage of this ingredient in Nasi Lemak.
      Do try, it is pretty good.

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  4. Aara ShaikhMay 4, 2013 at 9:32 AM

    Ur second pic made me drool lolz!! I personally love coconut alot and anything with it is just yumm for me :)

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    1. Pavithra RMay 4, 2013 at 9:48 AM

      Thanks Aara!, Indeed coconut brings in lot of flavor to any dish.

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  5. ReniMay 4, 2013 at 10:22 AM

    Raw Mango & coconut milk ? that's a new and lovely combo,looks inviting...:)

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  6. KalyanMay 4, 2013 at 10:40 PM

    looks mouthwatering & delicious...feels like having them now!

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  7. Nilu AMay 4, 2013 at 10:42 PM

    Very innovative and interesting Pavithra.. Lovely combination of mango and coconut milk with rice.. Addition of carrot makes it even more healthier and loved the whole garam masala (cinnamon, cardemom and cloves) you have put in the tempering.. Droolworthy dish dear :-)

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  8. DhanishMay 4, 2013 at 10:50 PM

    Very different version of coconut milk rice Pavithra, I will sure give a try of this recipe.

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  9. Veena TheagarajanMay 5, 2013 at 7:00 AM

    nice combo.. looks tasty

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    1. Pavithra RMay 5, 2013 at 7:26 PM

      Thanks Veena!
      You have a very nice blog, happy to follow you!

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  10. TorviewtorontoMay 5, 2013 at 1:18 PM

    rice looks wonderful

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  11. Sugar et alMay 5, 2013 at 6:37 PM

    I am a big fan of your rice recipes. They look simple yet very appetising. I love the fact that this recipe uses whole spices. That is how I like my rice. In the second picture, the rice is glistening in delicious glory...makes you want to eat it right away:-)

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    1. Pavithra RMay 5, 2013 at 7:29 PM

      Thanks Sonali, you words are always encouraging!
      I love whole spices too, they kinda give the right amount of spice level to the rice, more than the powders that we use.

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  12. Neela ManogarMay 6, 2013 at 1:08 AM

    Very delicious. Must be tasty too Pavithra.

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    1. Pavithra RMay 7, 2013 at 12:43 AM

      Thanks Magdalena for the invite.
      My question is - I'm not a typical food blogger, I write about everything including food.
      So i'm not sure if I should add my blog? Lemme know. Thanks!

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  14. Bhawna BagriMay 9, 2013 at 9:57 PM

    This is totally new for me...will try it soon...

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  15. Divya PramilMay 13, 2013 at 12:07 PM

    Sounds and looks super delicious, haven't tried adding mango to coconut rice, a unique combo it is!!

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