Biryani Raita (Fragrant Rice w/ Coconut Milk)
This is a fragrant rice and coconut milk dish that is wonderful with any meat, fish or vegetable.
Ingredients
- ¼ stick Butter
- 3 tbsp Olive Oil
- 1 Finely Diced Onion or Shallot (small onion)
- 2 cups Basmati Rice
- 2 cups Water
- 2 cups Coconut Milk
- 1 tbsp Salt
- ½ tsp Cumin
- ½ tsp Coriander
Instructions
- In saucepan place Butter, Olive Oil, and Onion (or shallot). Cook until onion is soft and translucent (do not let brown).
- Add Basmati Rice and stir rice to coat and cook 2 minutes - also do not let brown.
- Add Water, Coconut Milk, Salt, Cumin and Coriander. Lower heat to a simmer. Cover and let rice cook until all liquid is absorbed. Fluff with a fork and serve.
