Coconut and Sesame Rice (Ellu Sadam) Recipes

Ingredients :

3 tbsp vegetable oil

a pinch of asafoetida powder

1.2 tbsp mustard seeds

1/2 tbsp urad dhal

a few curry leaves

3 tbsp desiccated (shredded) coconut

1/2 tbsp sesame seeds

3 cups cold cooked rice (keep in refrigerator overnight)

salt, to taste

Method :

Heat the oil in a large frying pan (skillet). Add the asafoetida and mustard seeds. When the seeds start to sputter, add the urad dhal and reduce the heat. After 1 minute, add the curry leaves, coconut and sesame seeds. Brown on a low heat so as not to burn. Put the rice in a mixing bowl and combine with the fried mixture. Check the seasoning, adding salt if required. Serve at room temperature or reheated, as desired.

Another favorite from the south of India.

Serves 4 - 6

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