Garlic Rice
In a time of extended lockdowns with Corono, this is a simple rice recipe that can be done with ingredients available at home. Ingredients: 1. Coconut oil- 2tbsp 2. Garlic- atleast 2 full (around 12 pods)- peeled and chopped finely 3. Curry leaves- preferably fresh ones- around 10-12 4. Cooked rice- 1 cup 5. Salt- to taste 6. Red chilli powder- 1 tbsp. Method: 1. This is a simple recipe.You can use either Basmati or Rice that is cooked with less water (1 cup rice- 2.5 cups water). The rice should not be sticky or hot. Make sure the rice is cool. 2. In a flat pan, add coconut oil and use medium flame. Once the oil is hot, add the curry leaves. Then, add garlic pods , fry for a minute and then add chilli powder and salt. Cook for 1-2 mins to let the garlic cook well. 3. Add the rice and reduce the flame completely. Make sure it is mixed well. 4. This is best served with appalam.